Licensed to practice in North Carolina and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Women's Issues, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and 1 more.
New to Grow
Hi, I'm Lynne, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and EMDR-trained therapist. I specialize in helping high-functioning women who appear to have it all together but internally struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship challenges, trauma, and burnout. If you're tired of overthinking, carrying everyone else's needs, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, you're in the right place. My approach is warm, genuine, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a safe place where you can be yourself without fear of judgment. I combine EMDR with evidence-based approaches including CBT, attachment-based therapy, and person-centered therapy to help you understand the root of your struggles while building practical tools for lasting change. I have a special passion for helping clients heal from trauma, difficult relationships, and life transitions. Whether you're processing painful experiences, setting healthier boundaries, navigating anxiety or depression, or simply trying to reconnect with yourself, we'll work together at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is not just to help you cope but to help you create meaningful, lasting change. I strive to balance compassion with gentle challenge, helping you gain insight, build confidence, and move toward a life that feels more peaceful, authentic, and fulfilling. Reaching out for therapy takes courage, and I'm honored to walk alongside my clients as they heal, grow, and rediscover their strengths.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if it's your first time or you've had an experience where you didn't feel understood. My goal is to make your first session feel comfortable, welcoming, and pressure-free. During our first appointment, we'll spend time getting to know each other. I'll ask about what brought you to therapy, what you're struggling with right now, and what you hope will be different in your life as a result of our work together. You don't need to have everything figured out before you come. It's completely okay if you don't know exactly where to start—that's my job to help you with. I also want to learn about you as a whole person, not just your symptoms. We'll talk about your relationships, important life experiences, strengths, and the challenges you've faced along the way. If you've experienced trauma, we will discuss it only to the extent that feels comfortable. There is no expectation that you'll share every painful detail during the first session. We move at a pace that feels safe for you. One of the things clients often tell me is that they feel genuinely heard. I believe that therapy works best when you feel accepted, understood, and never judged. My style is warm, authentic, and conversational. While I bring clinical expertise to our work, I also believe therapy should feel like a collaborative relationship rather than an interview. By the end of our first session, we'll begin identifying the patterns that may be contributing to your current struggles and discuss goals for therapy. Together, we'll create a plan tailored specifically to your needs. Whether you're looking to reduce anxiety, heal from trauma, improve relationships, build healthier boundaries, increase self-confidence, or simply feel more like yourself again, we'll develop an approach that fits your goals. If EMDR may be helpful for you, I'll explain how it works and answer any questions you have. We won't rush into trauma processing before you've developed the coping skills and sense of safety needed for successful treatment. My priority is making sure you feel prepared and supported throughout the process. Because I provide therapy through secure telehealth, you can attend sessions from the comfort and privacy of your own home. Many clients find they feel more relaxed in their own environment, making it easier to open up and engage in meaningful work. Most importantly, I want you to leave your first session feeling hopeful. You don't have to con
I believe the best therapy happens when you feel both deeply understood and gently challenged. My style is warm, authentic, and down-to-earth. I'll meet you with compassion and without judgment, but I also won't let you stay stuck in patterns that are keeping you from the life you want. My clients often tell me they appreciate that I can validate their experiences while also helping them see blind spots, identify unhelpful beliefs, and make meaningful changes. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Every client has a unique story, so I tailor therapy to your individual needs, drawing from EMDR, CBT, attachment-based therapy, and other evidence-based approaches. Whether you need someone to sit with you in your pain, help you process trauma, or offer practical strategies and honest feedback, I'll adjust my approach to meet you where you are. Like many people, I've experienced life's unexpected challenges and transitions, which has deepened my empathy and reinforced my belief in the resilience of the human spirit. Those experiences allow me to connect with clients in a genuine, compassionate way while maintaining the professionalism and boundaries that create a safe therapeutic relationship. I work especially well with high-functioning adults who are used to taking care of everyone else, carrying heavy emotional loads, or feeling like they have to keep it all together. My goal is to help you understand yourself on a deeper level, heal from what's holding you back, and leave therapy feeling more confident, grounded, and authentic than when you started.
I have a particular passion for working with women who appear to have it all together but feel overwhelmed on the inside. Many of the women I work with are successful, capable, and dependable, yet struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, relationship challenges, or the lingering effects of trauma. They've spent so much time taking care of others that they've lost touch with themselves. My clients are often navigating major life transitions, difficult family dynamics, grief, or unhealthy relationship patterns. They're tired of overthinking, carrying everyone else's emotional load, and feeling like they have to be strong all the time. They don't just want to manage their symptoms—they want to understand themselves, heal from the past, and create lasting change. The women I work best with are ready to invest in themselves, even if taking that first step feels scary. They value a therapist who is warm, genuine, and compassionate while also offering honest feedback and practical tools for growth. If you're ready to stop merely getting through life and start feeling more peaceful, confident, and connected to yourself, I'd be honored to help you on that journey.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we'll identify the patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, stress, depression, or relationship challenges and learn healthier, more balanced ways of responding. Rather than simply telling you to "think positively," I'll help you recognize unhelpful thought patterns, challenge them with compassion, and develop practical skills you can use in everyday life. My goal is to help you feel more confident, less overwhelmed, and better equipped to handle life's challenges long after therapy ends.
EMDR
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps your brain process and heal from distressing experiences that may still be affecting you today. You don't have to relive every detail of your past for EMDR to be effective. Instead, we'll work together to safely process painful memories so they lose their emotional intensity and no longer feel like they're controlling your present. Many clients find that EMDR helps reduce anxiety, improve self-confidence, and break free from patterns rooted in past experiences. I move at a pace that feels comfortable for you, making sure you have the support and coping skills you need every step of the way.