Hi, I am Stacy
A Therapist Who…Gets It
I am a therapist that gets it. That feeling of brokenness. That feeling that you are so lost that you cannot find your way back.
It helps to have a therapist who gets those thoughts and feelings you have. Someone who knows what it is like to stare at the person you once cared about and feel nothing, or to look in the mirror and feel like the person staring back at you is someone else. I cannot say I know what you are going through. You have your own story. But having someone walk alongside you who gets it, who found their light at the end of their tunnel, really helps.
My clients describe me as:
Nurturing, honest, and easy to talk to are some descriptors I often hear. You can expect non-judgmental and warm environment to freely express what you are experiencing. When we meet, you will notice someone who is down to earth and empathetic, while being challenging at the right times to help you move forward toward your goals. We will go at a pace that is steady and comfortable, while respecting your boundaries.
Something to know about my approach is:
I believe that you are coming to therapy for a reason. So, we will identify goals early on and I will continually work to make sure we stay on path to reach those goals.
I believe in you and your ability to reach your goals. This is your life, I am here to help you find your way live it the best you can.
I make sure you know what to expect in the sessions because I know this process is not easy.
I specialize in working with people who:
Have experienced trauma that has not just occurred once, but find a running theme in their lives. Feelings of abandonment, unworthiness, and lack of safety are common. I have a specialty in recovery from violence within relationships as well as sexual trauma. I help people recover from these in both individual and couples counseling. I also work with couples who have lost their spark and want to find their passion for the relationship again.
Outside of the office
I was born and raised in the mountains of NC. From time to time, you may hear that accent come out. The mountains will always be my home. When I am not working, I love to travel (ask me the questions) and go hiking with my amazing hubby. We have a dog who is a foxhound mix, so she does not hike very well, but she is amazing and I love her. I like to workout, with dancing being a current favorite. I also love movies (I see you MCU and Harry Potter fans), music, and tv. Often, I will integrate a scene from a movie, show, or lyric from a song into our work as it fits.
The Usual Stuff…if you are curious
I finally achieved my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at East Carolina University in 2019. I heard it called the “boot camp” of marriage and family therapy programs because of how intense and focused the training is…they do put out some great therapists. I was the oldest in my class, causing me to come in with so much life experience that I can bring into the process.
Primary author in published article titled Understanding and Responding to Victims of Interpersonal Sexual Violence and Sexual Assault within Committed Relationships.
After graduate school experience:
Community Mental Health Clinic in Hayesville, NC- I worked in the day treatment program with high school students who struggled the most and in an outpatient setting working with those with few resources who needed help the most.
Private Group Practice in Raleigh, NC- I became a better couples therapist.
Extra Trainings
EMDR
Completed training of EMDR as of July 2022 and going through the years long process of getting certified with EMDRIA.
Advanced training- EMDR in couples therapy
Gottman Couples Therapy
Level 1 Gottman training completed October 2023
Level 2 Gottman training completed March 2024 and continuing trainings
Emotionally Focused Therapy
ICEEFT externship focusing on couples therapy completed in April 2023 and continuing trainings
