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Hi! My name is Lisa Hargrove, I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state if North Carolina (LCMHC #12065) and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS #21906). I am also cross licensed in the state of Nevada as a Clinical Professional Counselor (CPC #5262-R). I have been in the Substance Abuse field since 1996 working as an alcohol counselor in an outpatient setting and received my applied AAS degree in 1996 and went on to receive my BS in Community Health and Human Services with an emphasis on Grief and Gerontology. For many years, I worked in the criminal justice area of substance abuse and worked for Suffolk TASC and Drug Treatment Court until relocating to North Carolina from New York. After my move, I worked in various different types of SUD and Mental Health programs as well as domestic violence and sexual assault programs. I received my Masters degree in Professional Counseling and a Masters degree in Criminal Justice from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia in 2015 and 2017. I have experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Medication Assisted Treatment, and Trauma Informed Care and believe in a trusting partnership that will encourage the client to both healing and empowerment as well as to maximize their life goals. I am passionate about normalizing substance abuse and mental health treatment and improving accessibility of mental health care for all. I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transition, SUD, grief, domestic abuse, trauma, and working with the aging population. In my free time, I enjoy reading, gardening, horses, traveling and spending quality time with my granddaughter.

I have 24 years of experience as a licensed psychologist. I've always been willing to take the time, get to know people individually and meet them where they are at. I specialize in treating individuals and couples with a history of depression and anxiety. I use a collaborative approach - you are the expert in you. Using a variety of evidenced based techniques, I will guide you to achieve your goals. I have extensive experience as a certified rehabilitation counselor, with a deep. As an expert in ADHD, I completed my dissertation on adult ADHD in 1998, and have since participated in drug studies, specifically focusing on Strattera. Additionally, I hold a professional certificate in Autism from UC Davis. This is your journey, let's get you to your desired destination.

There's nothing more rewarding to me than meeting new people and being able to help them make positive changes in their lives. With over thirty years of experience, I offer compassionate, effective therapy to help you navigate through life's challenges. My person-centered approach is tailored to meet your unique needs and concerns, providing a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. I incorporate evidence-based techniques as we work together towards meeting your personal goals. I offer practical strategies to use in everyday life, while exploring what brought you to this place of wanting change. I'm also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR); an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma, depression and other issues. My hope is that I can provide a space for you where you feel comfortable as you begin your journey to wellness.

Finding the right therapist matters. You want someone who listens deeply, offers real insight, and helps you make meaningful progress. I’m a licensed therapist and certified anger management specialist who takes a practical, goal-oriented approach. We’ll work together to understand what’s happening in your life, identify what’s holding you back, and build tools you can use right away. You deserve a space that’s supportive, nonjudgmental, and focused on change. I offer evening and weekend sessions to fit your schedule. Let’s talk and see if we’re the right fit.

It takes courage to ask for help and seek support. I strive to create a therapeutic relationship with my clients that provides safety, reassurance, and guidance as we navigate a path towards personal growth and wellness. I am committed to listening, validating and being attuned to my client's needs. I invite my clients to explore old patterns of existing in order to propel themselves on their journey to healing. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues. I work best with clients who have a natural curiosity about themselves and the world around them. I view therapy as a very hard, but rewarding process. I ask my clients to dig deep and do the work, while simultaneously offering the warmth, guidance and support necessary to create lasting change. I utilize humor and show up authentically to encourage you to do the same in your life. I look forward to connecting with you!

I provide a relaxed space for clients to connect with their strengths and clarify what would help them to feel and function better. We know ourselves best, but sometimes we all need another person to help us as we make sense of what has happened, assess how we are feeling and provide encouragement as we make small adjustments that can have significant impact. Therapy can be part reflection, part laughter and always a safe place to explore. Open to working with couples in person only. Open to working with individuals either in person or via telehealth.

Just a few words about myself and how I approach the counseling expereince. I do believe it is a personal and very unique experience for each person. Counseling is a deep dive, its an archeological dig, and it is the road to a more balanced and healthy path in life. I believe that it takes courage and bravery to face our issues in life and I am here to help support this journey. I believe my approach reflects my own experience in counseling. I was fortunate enough to have a phenomenal counseling experience and I would like to pass that on to others. I have worked in the field for over 25 years, with all types of people in all types of situations, and I do believe that in the safe space of counseling change can occur and healing happens.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing out-patient mental health services in Northern Virginia since 2007. I diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders in adolescents and adults. During therapy, I create an environment where people feel safe and comfortable while managing difficult situations. I assist them with developing ways to learn and recognize beneficial patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviors. therapy from the following perspectives to help individuals use their inherent strengths to improve their quality of life. As a veteran with more than 20 years of military service, I seek to help service members, veterans and their family members work through post-deployment psychological problems and other adjustment concerns. Treating veterans and nonveterans with trauma related anxiety and depression is also an area of specialization.

Long term problems do not necessarily require long term solutions. By employing the latest evidence based treatments, I aim to maximize durable change in the least amount of time. As my client, you will find me to be a patient & empathic listener. I strive to view life through your eyes so that I can be best positioned to help you attain rapid improvement. Together we will develop a plan that targets your areas of concern. As part of the therapy process, I will teach you empowering techniques that will enable you, after you leave therapy, to become your own master therapist to yourself. I utilize the latest innovations in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, as well as other approaches, to help clients resolve their issues as quickly as possible, saving you time and money. One of the exciting things about the therapy I employ is that problems start to be seen as opportunities for growth, rather than obstacles to happiness. My clinical experience is broad and varied. It ranges from those very significantly impaired by mental illness to clients seeking guidance in making a career choice. I also have training in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), an evidenced based short-term therapy. Open to working with children/adolescents 13 years and older.

I was born and raised in beautiful Washington State. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and I have a Master of Social Work degree from Walla Walla University. Prior to stepping out into private practice, I worked in hospice and palliative care where I assisted patients and families struggling with depression, anxiety, and grief and loss. I support my clients through the framework of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, I draw from Solution-Focused Therapy where the focus is on solutions to problems by discovering and using the resources and strengths a person already has. My style of therapy is warm and humanistic. I strive to provide all my clients with a safe, secure, and non-judgmental place to explore stuck areas and instill confidence in clients through empowering them to make positive changes and find balance between their personal, professional, and family lives.