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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.
My ideal client is someone who is actively seeking support, open to self-exploration, and ready to engage in meaningful therapeutic work. You are best positioned to serve adults who may appear high-functioning on the outside but are internally managing significant stress, emotional overwhelm, or unresolved personal challenges. The client is often insightful and motivated, but may feel stuck in patterns that impact their relationships, self-esteem, or overall quality of life. I work well with clients who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, chronic stress, burnout, and relationship concerns, accompanied by balancing demanding personal or professional responsibilities while struggling with emotional exhaustion, self-doubt, or difficulty feeling grounded. The client is seeking therapy because they are tired of “getting by” and want to better understand themselves, develop healthier coping strategies, and feel more emotionally stable. My ideal client is not necessarily in crisis, but is ready for change. The client looking for a clinician who is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative—someone who needs help feeling seen while also challenging unhelpful patterns in a supportive way. The client who values authenticity, emotional safety, and practical tools that can be applied in everyday life. Clients who tend to benefit most from my approach are those who want to: Better manage anxiety, stress, or depressed mood Improve self-esteem and emotional regulation Navigate relationship challenges with more clarity and confidence Process difficult life experiences Build healthier boundaries and communication skills Increase self-awareness and create lasting personal change
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
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.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
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 wherever you are in your journey, allowing the opportunity for self-growth and insight.
Reality Therapy
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.
Motivational Interviewing
Your values, concerns, and perspectives are all important. I use Motivational Interviewing (MI) with individuals who struggle with substance use. 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.