Therapists that accept Cash Pay in North Carolina

I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that something isn't OK right now. That something might be new, or it might have been around a long time. You might be able to describe it perfectly, or you might just feel off without knowing why. Either way — you're here, and that's the only thing that matters right now. I start from wherever you are. No assumptions, no judgments, no one-size-fits-all approach. Just a genuine desire to understand you — what's brought you here, what you're carrying, and what you're hoping for. Therapy with me — whether you're coming alone or with a partner — tends to be honest and occasionally even a little lighthearted. The human experience isn't black and white, and neither is the work we'll do together. What stays consistent is that you'll have a space that belongs to you, where nothing you say or feel changes how I show up for you. For couples, that space belongs to both of you equally. I don't take sides. What I do is help you see the pattern you're both caught in — because most of the time it's the cycle doing the damage, not each other. When that shifts, something else becomes possible. No matter what it is you are navigating — depression, relationships, identity, or the gap between how you show up and how you actually feel inside — you don't have to have it figured out to reach out.

Hi! I'm Wen. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I help adults who are struggling to deal with everyday stressors and burnout. I empathetically listen to what you have to share and want to fully understand your situation before working collaboratively on solutions. I consider myself a direct person and try to break down the concepts that I teach into easily understood ideas.

Hi, I’m Myca, a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and uncover their inner resilience. With years of experience in the mental health field, I specialize in creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, blending evidence-based techniques with genuine empathy to support your growth and healing. Whether you’re seeking clarity, coping strategies, or a deeper understanding of yourself, I’m here to guide you on your journey toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

I’m a compassionate, trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should be a space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to be yourself. My approach is warm, supportive, and strengths-based, with a focus on helping you understand your experiences while developing practical tools to navigate life’s challenges. I enjoy working with adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship or family challenges, life transitions, trauma, or difficulties adjusting to major changes. I have a particular passion for supporting women during pregnancy and the postpartum period, including those navigating perinatal mood and anxiety concerns, identity changes, and the emotional demands of motherhood. My life and professional experiences have taught me the importance of meeting people where they are and recognizing that everyone’s journey is different. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you—not judge you or tell you who you should be. Together, we can explore what is getting in the way of the life and relationships you want while building on the strengths you already have.

I earned my master’s degree in counseling from the University of North Carolina Charlotte. I began my career at Hospice then went to private practice. I believe everyone deserves happiness and peace. With mutual respect, compassion, nonjudgemental curiosity, and motivation, counseling can build resilience, develop coping strategies, and propel the client into a happier, healthier life. The counselor/client relationship should be a collaborative effort. I am certified in women's mental health (including eating disorders), grief and loss and trauma I use evidence-based, trauma-informed modalities including CBT, DBT, CPT, EMDR, MI, Existentialism, Mindfulness, and other person centered modalities. I welcome adult clients of all genders, ethnicities, orientation and religions. I am passionate about partnering with my clients to identify issues, develop treatment plans, and move forward toward their goals. I will help you take meaningful steps toward finding your purpose, exposing your power and resilience and healing.

Hey there! I’m Tashina — a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina and a Licensed Independent Social Worker in South Carolina. I’m a proud graduate of North Carolina A&T (Aggie Pride!) and have spent over 10 years helping people find healing, peace, and purpose in their lives. I work with adults and teens who are dealing with anxiety, depression, or PTSD and sometimes just feeling stuck or unsure of what’s next. My style is real, relaxed, and rooted in compassion. You won’t find any stuffy therapy vibes here, just honest conversations, practical tools, and maybe a few laughs as we work toward helping you feel more grounded and confident. Let’s team up to clear out the mental clutter and make room for the life you actually want to live.

Hi, I'm Lindsay Fodor, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist in North Carolina. I have been practicing for 6 years. I completed my undergraduate degree at Ramapo College of New Jersey and earned a double bachelor's in Psychology and Law and Society. I attended the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, earning an M.A.Ed. in Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Graduate Certification in Addictions Counseling. I have worked in various settings, including Medication Assisted Therapy for Addiction, facilitated Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Programs, inpatient for adults, a DWI clinic, the county jail, and outpatient mental health counseling. I enjoy working with clients from various backgrounds and have a good amount of experience working with active duty service members, spouses, and veterans.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience supporting women through the complexities of life, relationships, and personal growth. In my practice, I work with professional women navigating anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the unique pressures that often come with being a woman who is expected to have it all together. My work is rooted in helping women break free from the expectations of others—and the curated expectations created by social media—and reconnect with what feels authentic to them. My approach is direct, supportive, and intentional. Together, we explore the patterns, beliefs, and expectations that may be keeping you stuck and what it could look like to move through life with greater confidence, clarity, and intention. You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes, you simply want to understand yourself better, make different choices, and create a life that feels more aligned with who you are becoming.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in trauma work, relationships, and family dynamics. I graduated with her B.A. in Psychology with minors in Health Studies, Gender Studies, and Sociology from Monmouth University where I was also a division-1 soccer player. I then went on to earn my M.A. in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego. I specifically chose this route and school because it provided a bio-psycho-social-spiritual lens to looking at the various mental health challenges that we face. I am also trained in EMDR and utilize it to address trauma and performance concerns. I began my professional work with children, adolescents, and families in community mental health clinics. I found herself drawn mostly to the older adolescents in the transitional age groups and decided to pursue working in the college counseling center environment. I spent time at Coastal Carolina University working to create a relationship between the counseling center and athletics seeing the unique need of student-athletes having been one myself. I have spent the last four years at NC State University working in athletics and have enjoyed every moment of it!

Hi! I’m Taylor, a licensed clinical social worker and trauma-informed therapist who provides virtual therapy. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My approach is warm, laid-back, and collaborative, incorporating DBT, ACT, and person-centered therapy to help clients feel supported while building practical skills for meaningful change.

Hello, I am Michael A. Kirk, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience. I believe that therapy should be safe, supportive, and a judgement free space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create real change. I work with adolescents and adult experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, Grieg/loss, relationship issues, life transitions and more. My approach is collaborative. I utilize several evidenced based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Reality Therapy, Motivational interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Focused CBT.

I love love, and I love helping people to heal. Understanding healing occurs on all levels, I've dedicated myself for the last 23 years to being a vessel to help people navigate those levels and find their peace. My calling is to help heal the minds and souls of people so they can manifest their greater and higher selves. Whether it was through the books I've written, my former vegan catering company, practicing as a doula or navigating spaces as a licensed clinical social worker, I've always understood the assignment of helping folks recognize they have the power within themselves to heal.

I’m a warm, down-to-earth therapist with more than 15 years of experience helping people navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, major life transitions, grief, burnout, emotional overwhelm, and the seasons of life when everything simply feels like a lot. My background is a little different from the traditional therapy path. I’ve worked in schools, community mental health, and crisis intervention settings. I’ve supported veterans, first responders, survivors of trauma and abuse, neurodivergent individuals, parents, professionals, and people facing some of life’s hardest moments. These experiences have taught me how to stay grounded when things feel chaotic and why it’s so important to see the whole person - not simply a diagnosis or list of symptoms. My style is conversational, collaborative, and practical. I’ll give you space to process, but I’m not a therapist who simply nods and asks, “How does that make you feel?” We’ll get curious about patterns, relationships, boundaries, past experiences, and the things that keep showing up in your life. We’ll explore where those patterns came from, how they affect you now, and what you may want to change. I believe insight is only part of the work. Together, we’ll develop practical strategies you can use outside of therapy to manage anxiety, regulate emotions, improve communication, strengthen relationships, establish boundaries, and navigate difficult seasons. You don’t need to know exactly what you need from therapy before you begin. Sometimes it starts with simply recognizing that something isn’t working anymore. My role isn’t to tell you how to live your life - it’s to help you understand yourself more clearly, build skills and confidence, and create meaningful change.

Felicia earned her Master’s in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University. Felicia uses a creative approach by tapping into a client’s unique interests. In providing a tailored therapeutic experience, clients may engage in various types of games, mindfulness, music, and art as therapeutic modalities to reach goals. Felicia brings a calm, grounded presence to her work, honoring the mind-body connection as a powerful guide in healing. If you are ready to begin a journey toward growth, self-awareness, and healing, she invites you to reach out and take the first step.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep respect for the complexity of a client’s histories, identities, nervous system and family dynamics. I work from a psychodynamic and trauma-informed lens, integrating skills and ideas associated with various evidence-based practices such as CBT, acceptance-based, and emotion-focused work to help you process what’s happened to you while also building skills for the present. I specialize in working with adults including LGBTQ+, and neurodivergent clients. I pay close attention to creating space that feels actively affirming – not just “tolerant”. You’ll find that I’m transparent about the therapy process, that I name what I see with care, and that I hold your pain and resilience in mind at the same time.

I am a licensed clinical social worker providing client centered, solution focused therapy for over 25 years with an established private practice since 2005. In my practice, my goal is to provide a supportive environment which allows clients to identify and achieve their goals. In addition to my work as a therapist, I provide training and consultation services regionally and nationally on trauma informed care, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), sexually harmful behavior, vicarious trauma and self-care.

Hi, I'm Alesia, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work from the University of Alabama. Over my seven-plus years in the field, I've worked in college, community, outpatient, inpatient, and intensive outpatient settings, giving me a broad perspective on how to support people at different stages of life and levels of need. I work with both children and adults facing challenges like depression, anxiety, and major life changes, using cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and psychoeducation to help clients feel more equipped to navigate what they're going through.

Welcome! Making the decision to better your mental health is an important step toward improving your quality of life and feeling healthier. I am a seasoned, Clinical Psychologist with 25 + years of extensive experience assisting clients identify problem areas that are contributing to distress and unhappiness in their lives and develop strategies to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University and have worked in many different settings with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and those dealing with life stressors or events that are interfering with life. I strive to create a safe, warm and welcoming environment that allows clients to feel at ease as they explore and work on obstacles /problems to lead to positive change. I look forward to working with you on your journey to better health and peace of mind.

I have been a counselor for over 24 years and have extensive experience treating Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, suicidal ideation and self harm, and more. I am licensed in CT as an LPC and in NC as a LCMHC. I will go at your pace to help you reach your identified goals. You have taken the first step already by looking for a therapist! Let's work together on the rest in a judgment free environment.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 30 years of experience in the mental health field and 14 years of experience operating my private practice. I support adults and couples experiencing anxiety, relationship distress, communication difficulties, parenting concerns, life transitions, diminished self-esteem, trauma-related concerns, and patterns that may be interfering with emotional well-being and healthier relationships. In couples counseling, I provide a balanced and respectful environment where each partner has an opportunity to feel heard. I help couples recognize recurring patterns, improve communication, navigate conflict more constructively, rebuild emotional safety and trust, and strengthen their connection. My role is not to take sides, but to help both partners understand the relationship dynamic and take meaningful responsibility for the changes within their control. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients understand the connections among their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we identify beliefs and thinking patterns that may contribute to anxiety, depressed mood, diminished self-esteem, relationship distress, or ineffective coping. Depending on the client’s needs, we may use guided reflection, thought records, structured exercises, role-playing, and between-session practice. With couples, CBT-informed strategies can also help partners examine assumptions, interpretations, expectations, and behavioral responses that contribute to recurring conflict. The goal is to develop greater awareness and practice healthier, more intentional responses. My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices with carefully selected holistic strategies to support insight, emotional regulation, personal growth, and sustainable behavioral change. I meet each client with compassion, curiosity, and respect, helping them identify the underlying beliefs and patterns connected to their current concerns.

I am a licensed clinical social worker providing individual and couples therapy for adults navigating relationship challenges, grief and loss, emotional overwhelm and major life transitions. My goal is to help clients identify patterns that keep them stuck, strengthen boundaries and build practical coping strategies that support meaningful, lasting change. My approach is structured, supportive and nonjudgmental, creating space where clients can process challenges and move toward healing and growth. For clients who wish to integrate faith into their counseling journey, I also offer Christian based counseling. In addition to my therapy work, I bring several years of experience as a medical social worker, serving in hospitals, hospices and long-term care settings. This background gives me a deeper understanding of the emotional, relational and practical challenges that often come with illness, caregiving, grief and significant life transitions. I am licensed to practice in IL, NC and OH.

Hi, I'm Debbie Howard, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). Reaching out for support takes courage, and I would be honored to walk alongside you! I have 15 years experience helping individuals, families and youth work through challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and parenting. I also specialize in helping children and teens build resilience, confidence, and coping skills that support lasting change at home and school. My approach is warm, client-centered, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel empowering, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs and goals. I integrate a variety of evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavior Therapy(CBT), Alternative Family CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) , mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and solution focused therapy. Together, we'll focus on building self-awareness, resilience, and lasting positive change in a safe, nonjudgmental space.

Maybe you are working through constant stress and anxiety, searching for deeper meaning, or simply needing someone to walk alongside you through life’s ups and downs. It’s important to me that every session feels like a safe space where you can share openly and know that your unique story matters. Together, we’ll honor where you’ve been, focus on where you are, and dream about where you want to go. I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Howdy! My name is Russell and I look forward to meeting you and working together! Taking the step to seek out therapy services can be the biggest hurdle to overcome, yet here you are. You made it! Even exploring options for therapy demonstrates the motivation that you have for positive change in your life. I enjoy taking a collaborative approach to working with all of my clients because you are the expert in your own life and know yourself the best. I am here as a support while you discover more about yourself. I am a LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) with the state of North Carolina. I have a background working with various ages and demographics in a variety of settings. This includes children aged 6+ to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I have worked in inpatient hospital settings, assisted with Intensive In-Home services for at-risk youth and their families, as well as with clients in traditional office-based environments providing outpatient therapy. My clinical expertise and the most frequent concerns that I help clients with are anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, relationship issues, family issues, and phase of life concerns. I tend to naturally gravitate toward adolescents who are struggling with navigating their lives, however, I enjoy working with all individuals regardless of age or background since life is a struggle for all of us. I tend to take a laid-back, relaxed (but professional) stance when working with clients to make the therapeutic process as welcoming and comfortable as possible!

Hello, I'm Carrie, an LCSW therapist based in North Carolina. I received my Bachelors from Winston Salem State University and my Master's from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill with over ten years of experience as a therapist in many settings with various age groups. I practice therapy to assist others with achieving their goals in the most effective and in a timely manner.