Our therapists provide depression counseling in Charlotte, NC

Sharon “SD” D. Buckner is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 11 years of experience helping clients of all ages who are suffering from the effects of ADHD, anger management issues, behavioral issues, poor coping skills, and low self-esteem. She works with college students, military members, and veterans.

SD uses her professional expertise to provide an eclectic approach tocounseling sessions. By using cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal approaches, and positive psychology methods, she can uniquely helpindividuals experience personal growth in a safe and encouraging therapeutic space.

Partner with SD to create a personalized treatment plan that allows you to move forward toward better mental health. She is ready to help you accomplish your goals while setting boundaries and building healthier relationships. Remember, therapy is a process.

Patricia Krikorian is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. Patricia is passionate about helping adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions. As a therapist, Patricia provides clinical therapeutic services to adults with identified mental health diagnoses. These services are designed to meet the specific behavioral health needs of the identified client as they relate to their diagnosis. She has worked in community social service settings with diverse populations, including those with health, behavioral, and mental health issues, substance use, children and families who were experiencing homelessness, adoptions, domestic violence, developmental disabilities, and various levels of trauma.

Patricia completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Social Work at the University of the District of Columbia and her Master of Science (MS) in Social Services at Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. She also completed a Juris Doctor (JD) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Patricia holds a Certificate in Clinical Supervision, a Certificate in Substance Abuse & Behavioral Health Prevention, and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. Her therapy approaches include psychoeducational and psychotherapy activities/interventions/skills building designed to assist the client in the reduction of dysfunction. Services are provided with client-centered approaches and are delivered through goal specific interventions. Patricia utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma healing and recovery. She believes that healing can be hard, yet there are always opportunities to find joy along the journey as she helps clients repurpose pain into power.

We all go through challenges in life. Patricia is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspective and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. Patricia would like the opportunity to empower and equip you to live a healed, happy, whole, and harmonized life. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!

Robin Stitt has three years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Clinician (LCMHC). She is devoted to assisting adolescents, adults, and couples in overcoming unique obstacles and living more enriched and fulfilling lives. Robin is knowledgeable in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief/loss/bereavement, trauma, relationship issues, and significant life transitions.

At Liberty University, Robin earned her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling (MC). She is a former military veteran's spouse with extensive experience navigating the stresses and joys of civilian life. This, coupled with her professional experience, enables her to offer her clients the guidance and assistance they seek. Robin employs a variety of treatment modalities, including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), humanistic therapy, integrative/holistic therapy, and client-centered therapy.

Robin is confident that she would be able to assist you in gaining new perspectives and coping strategies to deal with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule a meeting with her.