United Medical Resources Therapists in North Carolina

Accessing mental health care through United Medical Resources (UMR) insurance can make finding the right mental health support more affordable and convenient. With 452 verified therapists in North Carolina who accept UMR, you can explore therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to address issues like anxiety, depression, or stress management. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is currently welcoming new clients and has appointments available soon, ensuring you can connect with quality care aligned with your UMR benefits.

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Availability updated: 2/23/2026

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Depression
Perinatal Mental Health
Anxiety
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Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) since 2006. I received my Masters Degree from Columbia University and my Bachelors Degree from the Univeristy of Rhode Island. I am an EMDRIA approved EMDR therapist, a perinatal mental health specialist, as well as a certified health coach. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for anxiety and depression, grief counseling, parenting support, addressing boundary discomfort, work and career issues, stress management, emotional barriers to physical health and more.
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Anxiety
Depression
Post Partum
I am a dedicated mental health clinician with extensive experience using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. My practice centers on helping clients increase resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and live more aligned with their values. I bring a collaborative, client-centered style, integrating structured interventions with flexibility to meet each individual’s unique needs. I am passionate about empowering clients to navigate challenges, reduce distress, and create lasting change that supports both well-being and personal growth
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Solution oriented
Empowering
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Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
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Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). I received my Masters from North Carolina Central University. I am not only passionate about mental health, but overall wellness. I work from a holistic perspective while also utilizing interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy and expressive arts therapy. I believe in a collaborative approach and that clients are the experts of their lives.
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Warm
Authentic

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Crisis Intervention
Depression
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.
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Anxiety
Career Counseling
Depression
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Welcome — I’m John Dyson, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), based in the foothills of North Carolina. I want you to take a moment to acknowledge that you’ve already taken the first step toward bettering your mental health. Let’s be honest — starting therapy can feel empowering, confusing, or even scary — sometimes all at once. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can explore concerns related to anxiety, depression, and self-care. I focus on helping clients build assertive communication skills and healthy boundaries, both with themselves and with others, in ways that support a more balanced, fulfilling life. Therapy is an opportunity for personal growth in whatever way you're seeking — whether that means navigating specific challenges or building the life you deeply deserve. If that’s what you’re looking for, I’m here when you’re ready. Together, we’ll clarify the challenges you’re facing and identify where you want to be — a month, six months, or a year from now. Then, we’ll explore actionable strategies to help you move forward. You'll leave each session with a clearer understanding of your situation and a set of “next steps” you can begin right away. There will always be space for feedback and collaboration in our work — including holding each other accountable as we walk this path together.
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Holistic

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Anxiety
Family Therapy
Life Transitions
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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.
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Solution oriented
Open-minded

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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I am Cindy Arrington, I received my Master's of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling in 2012 from Winston-Salem State University. I and am a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor - Associate. I have 5 years of experience working as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to assist with job development, placement and follow-up. I have 4 years of experience working as a mental health and substance use counselor. I enjoy meeting my patients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, and substance use to help them heal and grow to become the best versions of themselves.
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Empowering
Open-minded

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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
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Hello! I’m Ally (she/her), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. It can be difficult to navigate all the changes and pressures that come with being a teen or an adult. You might feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck during a life transition, or just not like yourself. These challenges can make it hard to feel confident or connected in your daily life. Whether you're managing stress, developing coping skills, or exploring who you are, therapy can be a supportive space to gain clarity and feel more grounded. I’m here to walk alongside you as you work through what’s holding you back. I use a collaborative, warm, and direct approach, respecting that you’re the expert on your own life. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Strengths based therapy. With the right support I believe you can grow more in tune with your emotions and find the right coping skills that genuinely work for you. You deserve a space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and empowered to be yourself.
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Open-minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
With 9 years' experience, I help children, teens, adults & families heal from trauma using TF-CBT, AF-CBT & CPT. I offer a safe, supportive space to process pain, build resilience & create lasting change. Whether you're a parent or adult facing the past, we'll work together to move forward with strength & hope. If you’ve experienced trauma like sexual or physical abuse, you’re not alone. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space to help you process pain and rebuild. When you're ready, I’m here to walk with you on your path to healing.
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Authentic
Empowering

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Anxiety
Depression
Addiction
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I’m Arin. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience helping clients work through anxiety and depression. Whether related to work, school, family, relationships, body image, and/or self esteem, I begin by working with my clients to identify their personal trigger(s). To this end, I tailor each session to specifically address who I’m with, where they are with their unique challenges, and where they are in their life. Then, with this framework setting the stage, I provide an environment of understanding and compassion to allow each client to feel safe and supported as they work to set boundaries and meet their goals.
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Humorous
Intelligent

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Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice since 1996. I have experience working in a multitude of worked in both inpatient and outpatient facilities. I have training in short term solution, focused therapy, addressing interpersonal, developmental an existential concerns. I am also well-versed in cognitive behavioral therapy. I seek to offer practical goals and objectives to my clients to address the changes they are seeking.
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Intelligent
Challenging

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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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Hey there! I'm a licensed mental health counselor in North Carolina and certified in South Carolina. Helping people navigate through anxiety, adjustment issues, and depression is more than just a job for me—it's a passion. I genuinely want to see you live a happier, more fulfilling life and achieve the goals you've set for yourself. With over a decade of experience working with adults facing mental health and substance use challenges, I've seen firsthand how resilient people can be. I firmly believe that you're the expert of your own life. My role? To highlight your inherent strengths and help you build on them. My approach is all about focusing on what you're good at, rather than what you're struggling with. Together, we'll create a warm, supportive space where you can truly flourish and take control of your life. I'm currently open to new clients and accept a range of insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and United Health Care. I also offer self-pay options. Plus, I provide online therapy sessions for added convenience.
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Empowering
Authentic

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ADHD
Depression
Substance Misuse
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Hi! I'm a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and licensed clinical addiction counselor (LCAS.) I went to graduate school at the University of Vermont and have provided therapy services for more than 30 years in outpatient mental health settings as well as in inpatient psychiatric and addiction treatment settings. I'm in long-term recovery from alcohol and opiate dependence. Fun fact: I worked on an offshore lobster boat in the Gulf of Maine for 4 years.
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Intelligent

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Anxiety
Depression
Grief
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As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), Military & Family Life Counselor (MFLC), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), and holder of a B.S. in Health & Fitness Specialist, I offer a whole-person, integrated approach to healing. I'm also a combat veteran who knows firsthand the pain, isolation, and uncertainty that come with trauma, disability, and major life transitions. I’ve felt stuck, lost purpose, and fought to rebuild. Through the same services I now offer—counseling, rehabilitation, fitness, and career support—I reclaimed my life. Now, it’s my mission to help others do the same. Credentials & Core Services LCMHC – I provide mental health counseling to help individuals manage trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress while building emotional resilience. LCAS – I support recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders with evidence-based care. MFLC – I deliver short-term, solution-focused counseling to service members and their families, aiding with deployment, reintegration, and transitions. CRC – I assist individuals with disabilities in vocational rehabilitation, career counseling, and return-to-work planning. Health & Fitness Specialist – I integrate physical wellness into treatment, recognizing the role of movement and strength in healing—especially for veterans and trauma survivors. My Mission I serve the whole person—mind, body, and purpose. Whether supporting mental health, guiding addiction recovery, navigating career change, or rebuilding physical strength, I meet each client where they are. I bring not only clinical expertise but lived experience, empathy, and a deep belief in the power of healing. This is more than a profession—it’s a calling. I walk beside others the way someone once walked beside me—with strength, compassion, and hope.
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Solution oriented
Warm
Empowering

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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I'm Angela Harrington with 10 years please experience in mental health, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse disorders. My goal in therapy is to elicit change talk, provide positive insight, and motivation to free yourself. When working with clients my structured approach is from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) where the individual learns to explore the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
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Solution oriented
Direct

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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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I am Crystal! I describe myself as warm and welcoming, but also authentic in providing a space for growth and accountability. I provide a space that will enable you to show up as your authentic self and leave evolved. I am here to help support you in your mental health and wellness journey by showing empathy, compassion, and wisdom. I enjoy helping others navigate this thing called life!
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Warm
Humorous

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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Hello, Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or like life is taking over? It's completely natural to experience these emotions from time to time, but you don't have to navigate these challenges alone. My name is Latonya Badger, and I'm an experienced and compassionate mental health provider here to support you on your journey towards well-being and happiness. I have 4+ years of experience in the mental health field, I am a licensed therapist dedicated to helping individuals like you find balance, resilience, and inner strength. My approach is client-centered, meaning I tailor each session to your unique needs and circumstances. Together, we'll work collaboratively to address your concerns and develop personalized strategies to cope with life's stressors.
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Solution oriented
Empowering

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Anxiety
Depression
Grief
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Hi, I'm Donavon. I am a counselor with almost 20 years of experience. Some words that folks have used to describe me are encouraging, supportive, compassionate, and understanding. One of the things I feel I am especially good at is helping people find the connections to the origins of their problems. Do I spend days or weeks having you relive the past? No. But, being able to understand how your problems or negative coping strategies of today developed, is an important step in doing things better in the present.
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Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues
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Are you constantly pulled in different directions, struggling to find balance and self-compassion in your busy life? Do you need support navigating the ever-changing transitions of womanhood? I'm Danika, and I am a therapist who supports women's health in all stages. I use interventions informed by intersectional feminism and a trauma-informed lens. With over 15 years of experience in healthcare, including specialties in women's health and health tech, I bring a unique blend of expertise to help you navigate life's challenges and opportunities. As a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Case Manager, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, I believe in a holistic approach to healing, one that encompasses both mind and body. In my practice, we may use evidence-based approaches and/or the creative arts therapies when words alone fall short. Through various mediums, we can unlock deep-seated emotions and provide an outlet for self-expression. This specialized approach offers a safe space for exploration and transformation. Our work will be uniquely tailored to you. My therapeutic style is rooted in positivity and empowerment. I use solution-focused, evidence-based, and strengths-based techniques, ensuring our sessions focus on uncovering your innate strengths and actionable solutions. Together, we'll nurture a space of growth, self-discovery, and healing, where you'll feel supported and understood at every turn. With my background in both healthcare and technology, I'm attuned to the unique challenges of modern living. I understand the delicate balance required to maintain physical and mental well-being in a fast-paced world. Through our partnership, it is my hope that you will not only overcome obstacles but thrive and lead a fulfilling, balanced life. It's a privilege to be part of your journey toward a happier, healthier you.
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Intelligent
Direct

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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I am licensed as a social worker as well as an addiction specialist. My ideal client is struggling to understand how substance use and misuse is effecting their life.Maybe they are questioning their own use, or that of their partner, children, or they grew up with alcoholics in the household. I also love working with people with depression and anxiety who want to examine where they are at and where they might want to go. I love thinking outside the box and encouraging new ways of seeing the world and its possibilities.
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Authentic
Intelligent

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Anger Management
Anxiety
Coping Skills
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Hello! Thank you for taking the time to read my biography. I am so happy you went with your instinct to start counseling. I have been a Therapist for over 15 years and my specialization is marriage and family therapy. I have over 30 years experience working with people in one capacity or another. I was a substitute teacher at an alternative high school; I was a silver star rescue diver and an EMT-Intermediate; and, I had worked at a psychiatric hospital for people ages 12 through 80 as well in a private psychiatric office. These few noted experiences have led to my capacity to be an empathetic Therapist while helping others achieve their own goals using their own strengths.
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Humorous
Solution oriented

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ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
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My name is Daniel OIaciregui M.S. , LMHC. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I have been working as a therapist since 2017. I have the pleasure of working with a wide variety of clients. I have been working with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, first responders, and Bipolar clients. I am versed in several modalities including Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, Trauma, and EMDR trained. I utilize these approaches with my clients to help address and manage their needs. I believe it is essential to create a partnership with clients to maximize success. I believe increasing one's quality of life is key to better living. I appreciate and respect the courage it takes to ask for help, and am grateful for the opportunity to assist others.
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Solution oriented

Specialties

ADHD
Autism
Depression
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I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist who primarily works from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach. I believe that our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are deeply connected, and that by increasing awareness of these patterns, meaningful and lasting change is possible. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring challenges, gaining insight, and learning practical skills to improve their emotional well-being. I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, and I work collaboratively with clients to help them feel empowered, understood, and supported throughout the therapeutic process.
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Empowering
Solution oriented
Authentic

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ADHD
Coping Skills
Trauma and PTSD
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My name is Aesha Lomas. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in South Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. I am a graduate of Nova Southeastern University and I have been practicing for 9 years. I have extensive training and experience working with adolescents and adults, including those who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, suicidality, other mental health diagnoses, and co-occurring disorders. My therapeutic approach aims to identify and address the underlying causes of coping difficulties and mental health concerns.
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Solution oriented
Open-minded

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ADHD
Anxiety
Self Esteem
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Hi, my name is Cynthia Stober and I go by Cindy. thank you for stopping by my profile. What I can tell you about myself is I will always be honest with you and I will work with you to find solutions. I will meet with you and we will discuss what type of interventions may work for you. I am skilled and experienced in a variety of therapy approaches. I will be utilizing Person-Centered and strengths-based therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I utilize Mindfulness and holistic wellness approaches for self care and coping skills. I will learn about you and what happened to you. I will listen and help you in setting your goals and design a plan that is individualized specifically for you. I specialize in treating people who suffer from addiction disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, shame , guilt , poor self worth, anger, and more. We will work on thought restructuring and begin replacing those with empowering thoughts which will assist you in managing your emotions and gaining confidence in yourself. I hope you read something that sparked your interest and you will reach out to me to explore if I might be someone you are interested in working with. Peace, healing and hope to you!
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Frequently asked questions

Why filter by North Carolina rather than a city like Charlotte?

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in North Carolina. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across North Carolina from Raleigh to Greensboro! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in North Carolina.

Will my therapist take United Medical Resources?

Yes! If you use United Medical Resources you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have United Medical Resources you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on a specific issue?

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

What happens during the first therapy session?

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.