Who We Are
About Us
Reese is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor skilled at helping others determine their potential,realize their dreams and capitalize on their opportunities. She integrates personal goals, spirituality and therapeutic interventions to strategically equip her clients to know their worth, pursue their passion and exercise their personal power to achieve their goals. She has gained over 15 years of experience in the human service field in outpatient therapy, day treatment, group facilitation, substance abuse and partial hospitalization and has served as Day Treatment Program Director, School Based Therapist, Behavior Education Planner, Consultant, Advisor, Life Coach and Mentor. Reese holds a B.A. in Management and Society from UNC Chapel Hill, graduated Suma Cum Laude from Capella University with a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling in 2013 and is licensed and ordained minister. She is competent in several modalities of psychotherapy, but prefers cognitive behavioral and person centered therapies .
Our Clinical Practice
You will receive excellent psychological care individualized to meet your specific need(s). We treat mental health disorders, such as grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, etc. and offer traditional as well as Christian counseling to individuals, group, families, and couples.
You can expect:
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Quality Service
- Accountability
- Ethical Behavior
- Respect
Client Promise
We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. We will help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, restore your hope, and provide clarity so you can move forward and reach your goals.
Our Treatment Focus
Counseling is receiving positive guidance and support from a licensed mental health professional in a safe space to help you achieve your goals and dreams. It is a collaborative effort where you are encouraged to discover your true identity,explore your beliefs, address your concerns, and face your fears in a judgement free zone. Therapy is all about YOU. Our therapeutic approach is designed to heal and equip the WHOLE person so you can LIVE your best life NOW!
You may benefit from counseling if you have suffered a loss, been bullied, are stressed out, have marital problems, stay sad, struggle with substance abuse, need anger management, struggle with substance abuse, have low self-esteem, worry excessively, experience mood swings, or have poor communication skills.
We also offer coaching and assist with life transitions, goal setting, problem solving as well as career/strategic planning.
Our Therapy
Mood Disorders
Mood Disorders
Mood Disorders
Depression, hopelessness, and loneliness are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life.
Trauma & PTSD
Mood Disorders
Mood Disorders
Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, recurring nightmares, and irritability are a few emotions that can linger after post traumatic events. We can help you overcome these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing.
Relationships
Mood Disorders
Relationships
Couples Therapy can be beneficial to couples who are looking to strengthen their emotional connection in any stage of their relationship. Therapy sessions are held with both parties in a neutral supportive environment to discuss issues and solutions to promote greater understanding and acceptance.
Services
Services
We offer a variety of services to meet your individual, family, group or corporate need. We accept cash, and credit/debit card. Payment is accepted at time of service.
- Individual, group,family and couples therapy
- Premarital/Marital counseling
- Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution
- Assessments, observations and behavior plans
- Training, workshops and Seminars
- Life/Spiritual Coaching
- Professional Consulting
- Public Speaking
We accept
- Aetna
- BHS
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Health Advocate
- Magellan EAP
- McLaughlin Young EAP
- Optum/United Health Care
- TRICARE
- UMR
- Workplace Options
- Health Spending Acct (HSA)
- Self-pay
- Work Place Options
Resources
Important Numbers
Mobile Crisis 1855-527-4747
Mental Health 24 hour Crisis Line Gastonia (704) 867-4357
National Domestic Violence Hotline (512) 453-8117
National Suicide Prevention Helpline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Youthline for Teens 1-877-968-8491
Community Resources
Alcoholics Anonymous Gastonia 704 865-1561
American Red Cross (704 864-2623) http://www.redcross.org/
Arc of Gaston County (Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities) (704 861-1036) gastoncountyarc.org/
Caromont Regional Medical Center (704 834-2000) www.caromonthealth.org
Catherine's House (Transitional Housing) (704 825-9599) http://catherineshouseinc.org/
Employment Security Commission (704 853-5328) https://desncc.com
Gaston Hospice (704 861-8405) www.gastonhospice.org/
Gaston County Housing Authority (704 864-6771) www.ghanc.org/
Gaston County Magistrate Office (704 852-3192)
Gaston County Women's Shelter (704 810-6492)
Gastonia Police Department (704 810-0376) www.cityofgastonia.com/police-main
Goodwill Industries Job Connection (704 916-1610) http://www.goodwillsp.org/services/job-connections/gaston-county-job-connection/
Habitat for Humanity (704 864-6536) www.habitatgaston.org
House of Mercy (AIDS) (704 825-4711)
Pathways (704 732-1559) www.pathwayslme.org
Phoenix Counseling Center (Substance Abuse & Crisis Center) (704 854-4196) http://www.phoenixcc.us/
Salvation Army (704 867-6145) https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/gastonia/locations
TEACCH (Autism) (704 563-4103) https://www.teacch.com/regional-centers/charlotte-teacch-center