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As a clinical social worker, it's important to me to meet my clients where they're at and offer a warm, empathetic approach to the...
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As a clinical social worker, it's important to me to meet my clients where they're at and offer a warm, empathetic approach to therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and authenticity. I’ve supported teens, college students, and adults through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and major life transitions. I believe therapy doesn’t have to feel formal or intimidating, and sometimes humor and real conversation can make the healing process feel more human and relatable.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of North Carolina. My approach is collaborative and practical, integrating evidence-based practices like cognitive behavioral therapy to fit each client’s unique needs and personality.
I view therapy as a partnership where we work together to create meaningful change at your pace and in your style. Taking the first step can feel nerve-wracking, but I aim to create a comfortable, judgment-free space where growth and progress naturally unfold.
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You are the expert of your life, and I will work with you to determine the best path toward achieving your treatment goals that is...
You are the expert of your life, and I will work with you to determine the best path toward achieving your treatment goals that is consistent with your experiences, values, and preferences.
I am a dual- and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of experience. I specialize in supporting individuals facing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief, chronic illness, and substance misuse. I understand that finding the right treatment can be overwhelming, so I dedicate time and care to helping each person explore options that best align with their goals and values, ensuring they achieve the most effective outcomes possible.
I received my Master’s and PhD in Nursing from the University of Kentucky and a post-master’s certificate from Frontier Nursing University. My approach combines medication management, alternative therapies, and referrals to supportive mental health care, always tailored to meet individual needs.
My mission is to empower clients with knowledge, tools, and confidence to navigate their mental health. I value open communication, trust, and collaboration, ensuring each person feels supported. I invite you to begin your journey with me so we can work together toward lasting wellness, improved daily functioning, and a higher quality of life.
As a therapist, I understand the importance of genuinely listening to the needs of others, and I have the knowledge to support you...
As a therapist, I understand the importance of genuinely listening to the needs of others, and I have the knowledge to support your personal growth.
My name is Sarah Pearce, and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2018, receiving my Masters in Social Work from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. In 2008, prior to therapy, I worked in education as a teacher, social worker, and mental health support provider. In early 2023, I began my journey at Thriveworks. I am welcoming, warm, and able to assist people of all ages through difficult life transitions, relationships, and mental health experiences- such as anxiety, depression, and support with coping skills.
I enjoy working with children, teens, young & older adults, and families, and I am able to empathetically connect across age groups. With my background in children and families, I am able to relate to and support my clients with a variety of needs. I enjoy a solution-focused approach, using CBT skills, & enjoy mindfulness-based practices as well.
I am a nonjudgmental, understanding, empathetic person with the tools and resources to help you. If you are ready to connect, grow, and feel supported, schedule an appointment today.
I believe in a collaborative, whole-person approach, blending evidence-based medication with therapy and lifestyle guidance to hel...
I believe in a collaborative, whole-person approach, blending evidence-based medication with therapy and lifestyle guidance to help you feel your best.
Stephanie Quist is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience treating individuals of all ages. She specializes in supporting patients with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis, autism spectrum disorder, and other mental health concerns.
Stephanie earned a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences and a Master’s in Nursing from Ohio State University. With a strong foundation in holistic, evidence-based care, she is dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality treatment tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Stephanie is passionate about providing inclusive care to diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, neurodiverse individuals, and survivors of trauma. She invites new clients to begin their journey toward healing and mental well-being under her care.
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At Thriveworks, Life transitions counseling is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on helping individuals navigate major life changes, adjustments, and transitions. The specific approach and techniques used in this type of therapy can vary depending on the individual’s needs and the nature of the transition. Life transitions counseling is designed to provide support, coping strategies, and a safe space for individuals to explore and process their experiences.
Life transitions counseling starts with an initial assessment where the therapist gathers information about your specific transition, emotional state, concerns, and goals. In this supportive and non-judgmental space, you can process the myriad of emotions that often accompany life transitions, including stress, anxiety, and grief. The counseling process also focuses on helping you to adapt to changing circumstances, set new goals, make informed decisions, maintain healthy relationships, explore evolving identities, and access ongoing support throughout the transition.
Life transitions are difficult because they alter our sense of what is \\\\\\\”normal,\\\\\\\” affecting our relationships, routines, work life, home environment, health, and much more.
The best way to make your life transitions easier is to seek the assistance of a counselor who can offer you Life transitions counseling to help address and adapt to the changes you are experiencing.
Life transitions counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of life transitions counseling can differ widely, depending on an individual’s specific needs and the changes happening in their life. Typically, this counseling is short-term, spanning several sessions over a few weeks or months. The exact number of sessions and how long it takes are decided in consultation with the counselor, considering how the individual is progressing and what they want to achieve.
Transitions are a natural part of life: marriage, birth, death, a move, a new job, divorce, retirement, aging – the list goes on. And through it all, the one constant we can count on is change. And with change can come emotion, good and bad, the byproducts of which may include stress, problems with sleep, fear, fragility, vulnerability, or depression.
Your ability to cope with these life transitions depends on a lot of factors, including your current mental health, support system, personal resilience and strengths, economics, health, prior transitions, and other stressors.
Life transition counseling sessions can help you work through the process of recognizing your thoughts and emotions as well as developing the skills that can help you to regulate and cope with them. During your life transition therapy sessions, the counselors at Thriveworks in Wilmington will work with you using different approaches, either separately or in combination with one another. This way, you can feel more stable and confident as you move through this important time of your life.
Engaging in therapy to learn healthy coping mechanisms for life transitions can be extremely beneficial for anyone’s mental health and overall well-being. If you are ready to learn proven strategies to ease your body and mind through this transitional time, call our professional counselors at Thriveworks in Wilmington today and set up an initial appointment: (910) 247-4818
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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