Individual Psychotherapy
Some people seek individual therapy to address a specific concern, problem, or to process a recent life event(s), while others are simply feeling as though they are lacking direction or motivation in life. If you have been feeling anxious, down or depressed, experiencing discord in your relationships, or if you need extra support and a judgment-free space to explore and process these concerns, you are not alone. Similarly, if you are feeling burned out from working in healthcare or another demanding field, experiencing identity-based discrimination, are seeking additional support as you navigate something tough in your life, or looking explore your identities and what they mean to you, Azalea Psychological is here for you. I strive to create a warm, inviting, accepting space for you to work toward your mental health goals. With over 15 years of clinical experience, I am skilled at using evidence-based treatments to successfully address a wide variety of mental health concerns. Specifically, I have an abundance of experience and interest in working with the following presenting concerns and populations:
Anxiety
Depression/feelings of sadness
Family of origin dynamics and conflict
Gender and sexual identity and communities (i.e., LGBTQIA, gender diverse, women’s/womxn’s issues, men’s issues, etc.)
Grief/loss
Healthcare professionals/medical providers
Identity work (exploration, discrimination concerns, etc.)
Life transitions
Parenting
Physical health
Relational/interpersonal
Self-esteem/self-confidence
Sleep
Vocational/career, including work-life balance, career exploration, and performance
In addition to providing virtual services throughout NC and GA, I offer walk-and-talk therapy sessions on a limited basis in the Raleigh, NC area. I encourage you to reach out via the contact form to learn more. I look forward to supporting you on your mental health journey, empowering and encouraging you to grow, change, and bloom.
Relationship Psychotherapy
Relationships, while often a source of support, joy, and companionship, can also require regular maintenance and “work” in order to thrive. Helping people work collaboratively to improve relationships and address concerns is something I enjoy immensely. I consider it a privilege to do this type of work. Relationship partners often begin therapy to address recent or longstanding stress and strain stemming from a wide variety of sources. Alternatively, some seek relationship therapy to assist them in navigating separation or divorce. Azalea Psychological is here to help with your relationship needs and welcomes all types of relationships. Please get in touch if you and your partner(s) need professional assistance addressing any of the following:
Frequent or regular conflict or disagreements
Emotional or psychological disconnection, withdrawal, or isolation
Sexual and/or physical intimacy concerns
Communication differences or disagreements, including not feeling heard, respected, or attended to in the way you want
Parenting stress related to differing parenting styles, trying to conceive, pregnancy-related concerns, or grief/loss
Differences in love styles (the way you prefer to give/receive love)
Premarital counseling
Financial differences, stressors, or concerns
Repair after affair
Considering separation, divorce, break-up, or dissolution of the relationship
Please note: Azalea Psychological does not provide forensic (court-related) services, meaning I will not appear in court for any reason related to divorce, separation, or custody disputes.
Group Therapy
Group therapy is an effective, popular form of treatment. Research demonstrates the efficacy of group therapy treatment for a number of mental health concerns, including mood disorders, social phobia, panic disorder, chronic pain, and several other mental and physical health disorders and illnesses (For more information about the effectiveness of group therapy see Burlingame & Jensen, 2017; Paquin et al., 2021; and Yalom & Leszcz, 2020). Additionally, participating in group therapy can help to normalize concerns so that you feel less alone, while providing interpersonal connections in a supportive environment.
There are no current groups. Please check back for future group therapy offerings.
Clinical Supervision
I thoroughly enjoy providing clinical supervision to clinicians with all levels of experience, including those just starting out in graduate school, all the way to those who are post-licensure. My supervisory style is collaborative in nature and I assume a developmental approach to supervision. Please fill out the contact form to schedule a consultation call to discuss your supervision needs and to learn more about how I operate as a clinical supervisor.
Speaking Engagements, Consulting, and Teaching
Are you looking for an engaging, informative talk on a mental health topic? I have years of experience providing training, consultation, and community outreach presentations to a wide variety of groups, including behavioral health professionals and non-professionals. I have also taught several undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology and counseling. Some of the most popular topics include the following:
Sleep hygiene
Coping with anxiety
Improving communication
Work-life balance, burnout, and imposter phenomenon
Maternal mental health / womxn’s issues
Stress and/or time management
Parenting
Psychological wellness
Please contact me to discuss your training, consultation, and educational needs for groups large or small.
Contact
Interested in working together? Please fill out the form and I will be in touch within two to three business days to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation phone call. I look forward to speaking with you!