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IJEOMA NWOKORO
My name is Ijeoma Nwokoro, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two and a half years of experience. I... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
PMHNP
Female
My name is Ijeoma Nwokoro, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two and a half years of experience. In my practice, I primarily work with adults m... More
Who might be a good fit for Ijeoma?
People experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, or depression, or those wanting to strengthen symptom management skills, could benefit from Ijeoma Nwokoro’s focused therapeutic work. She emphasizes a collaborative approach that combines medication management with cognitive behavioral therapy to help adults find strategies tailored to their mental health needs. View Profile
Asheville, NC
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KENNETH STEPHENSON
I believe there is power in learning to balance our lives emotionally and spiritually. I have 30-plus years of experience as a cou... More
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Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LCMHC
Male
I believe there is power in learning to balance our lives emotionally and spiritually. I have 30-plus years of experience as a counselor, and have been able to help clients fi... More
Who might be a good fit for Kenneth?
Kenneth Stephenson may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, life transitions, or family conflict. He integrates approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and existential perspectives to help clients achieve greater emotional and spiritual balance, fostering increased self-esteem and well-being. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
ASHLEY MCGUFFEE
I have over 26 years of clinical experience working with diverse classifications of diagnoses, ethnicity, ages, and cultural back... More
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Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LPC|LCMHC
Female
I have over 26 years of clinical experience working with diverse classifications of diagnoses, ethnicity, ages, and cultural backgrounds. The most frequent symptoms I can he... More
Who might be a good fit for Ashley?
Ashley Mcguffee may support individuals who want to explore grief and emotional healing through a CBT- and motivational interviewing-informed lens. Her compassionate approach is tailored to those managing challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders, creating a safe space to work through difficult feelings and build coping skills. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
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Birches Health
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care progr... More
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Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care program combines individual, family and couples te... More
Who might be a good fit for Birches Health?
People experiencing gambling or behavioral addictions, or those wanting to strengthen their recovery skills, could benefit from Birches Health’s focused therapeutic work. Their evidence-based, holistic telehealth program combines individual and group support tailored to these specific challenges, making care accessible from home with specialized clinicians trained in problem gambling and related issues. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
BREE NORMANDIN
Ever wake up and wonder how you got here? Maybe you’ve wondered why things have happened the way they have. You’re probably wi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
Female
Ever wake up and wonder how you got here? Maybe you’ve wondered why things have happened the way they have. You’re probably wishing your life looked different, but you’r... More
Who might be a good fit for Bree?
People seeking clarity around emotional challenges or support navigating life transitions may find Bree Normandin’s approach fitting. She offers a person-centered, eclectic style that adapts to individual needs, integrating diverse therapeutic methods while honoring each client’s unique background and experiences. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
Levette Scott
Dr. Levette Scott, LCMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor with a rich background in both nursing and counseling. With over 3... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
Female
Dr. Levette Scott, LCMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor with a rich background in both nursing and counseling. With over 30 years of experience as a nurse in the Baham... More
Who might be a good fit for Levette?
Clients facing concerns such as PTSD, anxiety, or depression may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Levette Scott. Drawing on her nursing background and culturally sensitive approach, she incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients reframe negative thoughts and build resilience over time. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
Nancy Spitzer
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida, Utah, Texas, Kentucky, South Dakota, Tennessee, Louisiana, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LMFT
Female
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida, Utah, Texas, Kentucky, South Dakota, Tennessee, Louisiana, North Carolina, Virginia, Ohio, Idaho, New Me... More
Who might be a good fit for Nancy?
Nancy Spitzer may support individuals who want to explore healing and growth through a trauma-informed and relational lens. Her work with adults facing challenges such as anxiety, trauma, infertility, and substance misuse incorporates approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman method, creating space for meaningful change within personal and family dynamics. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
Lynne Manalac Stanley
Lynne Manalac Stanley is a passionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and certified trauma therapist with ove... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
Female
Lynne Manalac Stanley is a passionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and certified trauma therapist with over two decades of experience serving a diverse... More
Who might be a good fit for Lynne?
Lynne Manalac Stanley may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around healing from trauma and managing emotional challenges. Her holistic approach, which honors the brain-body connection and emphasizes hope and empathy, supports clients of all ages in creating a safe space for growth and positive change. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
CHRISTINA TOLIVER
I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina, passionate about walking alongside people as they work throug... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LCMHC
Female
I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina, passionate about walking alongside people as they work through life’s challenges. With over 14 years in ... More
Who might be a good fit for Christina?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, grief, or eating disorders may appreciate the methods Christina Toliver incorporates into her practice. She offers tailored sessions that integrate cognitive behavioral therapy to support teens and adults through a variety of life transitions and emotional challenges. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
NINA DAVIS
I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and U.S. Army veteran passionate about helping clients overcome anxiety, de... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
PMHNP
Female
I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and U.S. Army veteran passionate about helping clients overcome anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and burnout. My appro... More
Who might be a good fit for Nina?
Nina Davis may support individuals who want to explore healing from trauma and mental health concerns through a trauma-informed and faith-integrated lens. Her combined approach of medication management and evidence-based therapies is designed to help clients, including veterans and older adults, find balance and renewed purpose in their daily lives. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
Octazia Short
Octazia Short is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience providing therapy and more than 20 years in th... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
Female
Octazia Short is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience providing therapy and more than 20 years in the social work field. She specializes in suppo... More
Who might be a good fit for Octazia?
People experiencing trauma or those wanting to strengthen resilience could benefit from Octazia Short’s focused therapeutic work. Her trauma-informed, client-centered approach integrates evidence-based techniques like CBT and DBT while emphasizing empowerment and social justice, creating a supportive space for diverse individuals and families. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
MATHILDA JONES
Hello. Welcome to my virtual office. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina. I earned my Masters of... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LCSW
Female
Hello. Welcome to my virtual office. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina. I earned my Masters of Social Work from the University of South Car... More
Who might be a good fit for Mathilda?
Mathilda Jones may support individuals who want to explore healing from anxiety, depression, or trauma through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-informed lens. Her work with older adults, including veterans and those coping with grief or family conflict, emphasizes practical strategies to manage intrusive thoughts and improve daily interactions. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
Dawn Discenza
Dawn Discenza, LCMHC, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor with over five years of experience supporting clients through... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
Female
Dawn Discenza, LCMHC, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor with over five years of experience supporting clients through anxiety, emotional regulation, identity deve... More
Who might be a good fit for Dawn?
Individuals or couples navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, or identity development may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Dawn Discenza, where applicable. Her approach integrates cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, and acceptance and commitment therapies with mindfulness and narrative techniques, creating space for deeper self-awareness and healing. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
JORDAN NIVENS
Hi! My name is Jordan Nivens, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina. It can be tough when facing challenges and... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LCSW
Female
Hi! My name is Jordan Nivens, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina. It can be tough when facing challenges and struggles. Taking the opportunity to seek ou... More
Who might be a good fit for Jordan?
Clients in need of guidance around relational and emotional challenges could benefit from Jordan Nivens’ approach. She creates a compassionate, nonjudgmental space while incorporating evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT to support individuals managing anxiety, life transitions, and family concerns. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
STEPHEN KOVACS
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2017 with a Masters in Social Wor... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LCSW|LISW-CP
Male
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2017 with a Masters in Social Work and a specialization in Health and Mental H... More
Who might be a good fit for Stephen?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen coping skills could benefit from Stephen Kovacs’s focused therapeutic work. He integrates evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy, supporting clients through challenges such as trauma, substance use, and life transitions with a grounded, hopeful perspective. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
SHAKEYLA BOULWARE
Hello! I am Shakeyla, a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina, North Carolina. and Florida. I’m a Licensed Clinical... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LCMHC|LPC|LMHC
Female
Hello! I am Shakeyla, a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina, North Carolina. and Florida. I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and the owner of The... More
Who might be a good fit for Shakeyla?
Shakeyla Boulware may be well-suited to individuals who value a trauma-informed, person-centered approach in managing anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges. Her empathetic and collaborative style supports teens and adults as they work toward healing, setting boundaries, and flourishing through life transitions and difficult experiences. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
John Bragg
John Bragg is a LPC who has been providing counseling for over twenty years to adult clients with depression and anxiety. He enjoy... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
Male
John Bragg is a LPC who has been providing counseling for over twenty years to adult clients with depression and anxiety. He enjoys treating clients using the Rational Emotive... More
Who might be a good fit for John?
Clients in need of guidance around managing depression and anxiety could benefit from John Bragg’s approach. Drawing from Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and mindfulness-based techniques, he offers tools that support emotional resilience and practical coping strategies. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
RAJALAKSHMI SURESH
Hello! I’m Rajalakshmi Suresh (Raji) , and I am a bilingual Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), fluent in both... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
PMHNP
Female
Hello! I’m Rajalakshmi Suresh (Raji) , and I am a bilingual Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), fluent in both English and Hindi. With over 26 years of exp... More
Who might be a good fit for Rajalakshmi?
Those coping with mood disorders or pursuing personal growth in managing anxiety may find Rajalakshmi Suresh’s approach to be well-aligned. Her supportive style, informed by extensive experience in critical and psychiatric care, offers compassionate guidance tailored to both long-term and immediate mental health needs. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
DONALD GIDNEY
My name is Donald R. Gidney. I have 12 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LCSW|LISW-CP
Male
My name is Donald R. Gidney. I have 12 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am currently licensed to practice in North Ca... More
Who might be a good fit for Donald?
Those coping with anxiety, depression, or substance misuse, or pursuing personal growth in communication and coping skills may find Donald Gidney’s approach to be well-aligned. He emphasizes building a strong therapeutic relationship and integrates mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to support clients through life transitions and complex challenges. View Profile
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Asheville, NC
ERRICKER LEE
My name is Erricker Lee, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 14 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I spec... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Asheville, North Carolina
LCSW
Female
My name is Erricker Lee, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 14 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem an... More
Who might be a good fit for Erricker?
Individuals or couples navigating challenges with depression or self-esteem may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Erricker Lee, where applicable. Her warm, compassionate approach combined with cognitive behavioral therapy supports clients in understanding their past while fostering a hopeful perspective toward the future. View Profile
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Asheville, NC

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

Mental Health Services in Asheville, North Carolina

Asheville, North Carolina, a vibrant city nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is home to a diverse community of over 92,000 residents. Known for its thriving arts scene, outdoor lifestyle, and historic architecture, Asheville is also in proximity to the iconic Biltmore Estate.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Asheville Residents

Common mental health conditions in Asheville include depression and anxiety, mirroring the state-wide trends in North Carolina as reported by the CDC. The city also faces challenges with substance use disorders, particularly among its homeless population.

Access to Care & Providers in Asheville

Asheville offers a mix of public and private mental health services. The Buncombe County Health Department provides public mental health services, and there are multiple private practices offering therapy in Asheville, North Carolina. The city also has several community organizations and crisis lines for immediate assistance.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Asheville.
  • Many providers in the city offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other trauma-focused treatments.
  • Unique offerings in Asheville include e-therapy services, bilingual care, and support for veterans.

Local Policies & Stressors

Asheville's residents face stressors including a high cost of living and the pressures of the city's tourism-centric economy. The city also has a substantial student population and a growing trend toward remote work, both of which can impact mental health.

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Ready to make a change? Whether you're dealing with life's challenges or seeking personal growth, help is available. Find a licensed therapist in Asheville, North Carolina and start your journey to better mental health today.