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I have been privileged to have walked with people in the most difficult times in their lives for the last 14 years....
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I have been privileged to have walked with people in the most difficult times in their lives for the last 14 years.
Sarah Olson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience helping infants, toddlers, children, teens, and adults who are faced with anxiety, depression, anger, poor coping skills, and family conflict issues.
Sarah received her Master's degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University and is classically trained at the Master’s level in cognitive behavior therapy and solutions-focused therapy. She helps clients to explore behavior patterns that may have been caused by past events. Sarah believes that being honest about how you feel is the most effective way to move forward in getting to where you want to go in life.
Sarah likes to think that speaking with her is like speaking with a best friend that is able to really hear what you are experiencing. Expect every moment we are interacting to be all about you. Nothing is more important to her than making you feel truly heard.
If you are ready to explore what things need to change in your life to reach your picture of peace and happiness, Sarah is ready to speak with you. You deserve the life you want!
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From my own neurodiverse experience, I understand how challenging and overwhelming day-to-day functioning can be. I am here to lis...
From my own neurodiverse experience, I understand how challenging and overwhelming day-to-day functioning can be. I am here to listen, support, and assist others in reaching their therapeutic goals.
Krystal Hall is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors with concerns including substance abuse/addictions, stress management, behavior modification, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other mood-related disorders. Krystal has worked as a therapist, clinical supervisor, group facilitator, and community advocate.
Krystal has a dual Master’s from East Carolina University in Rehabilitation Counseling and Substance Abuse/Clinical Counseling. She uses approaches such as emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, culturally sensitive therapy, and cognitive reprocessing, based on client needs.
Krystal is a firm believer in second chances and new beginnings! She understands the importance of overall mental, emotional, and physical health and the role they play in daily functioning. Krystal is ready to assist you in defining and accomplishing your individual goals to ensure that you are operating based on your full potential!
I approach therapy with empathy, openness, and a deep respect for each person's unique experiences to support you in exploring you...
I approach therapy with empathy, openness, and a deep respect for each person's unique experiences to support you in exploring your challenges, strengths, and goals at your own pace.
John Pruett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience. John's previous experiences have included work with families in crisis, clients struggling with addiction, and a variety of mental health diagnoses. His main focuses have been helping people dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and those who struggle with substance abuse. John has worked with a diverse population, including children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly.
John received his Master's in Social Work from East Tennessee State University and is also a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist. John's approach to therapy includes cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing, and dialectical behavior therapy.
John encourages you to reach out for an open and honest conversation to support your healing journey and personal growth. Schedule an appointment today!
As a minority woman, I understand how it feels to face challenges and uphill battles alone, when no one else can relate....
As a minority woman, I understand how it feels to face challenges and uphill battles alone, when no one else can relate.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 11 years of experience supporting individuals through challenges such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, sleep concerns, substance use, obsessive-compulsive patterns, mood disorders, and thought disorders. I have spent my career in behavioral health and truly enjoy helping clients navigate their emotional well-being with compassion, respect, and evidence-based care.
I earned my master’s degree in nursing from Eastern Kentucky University. My work is grounded in a holistic and person-centered approach that supports balance, resilience, and emotional stability. I integrate therapeutic strategies tailored to each person’s needs to help improve their overall quality of life without using abbreviations in this paragraph.
Life is a journey, and you do not have to walk it alone. With compassionate and collaborative care, I will help you build confidence, strengthen your inner resources, and work toward greater peace and emotional balance. Together, we can create a plan that supports lasting stability and meaningful healing.
As a young woman in today's society, I understand life’s unique issues. I have personal experience with grief and loss and can und...
As a young woman in today's society, I understand life’s unique issues. I have personal experience with grief and loss and can understand the lasting impact they have.
Victoria Smith is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate with 1 year of experience working with clients with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, loss/grief, addiction, academic stress, everyday life stressors, and legal concerns. She prioritizes a collaborative approach with clients to help them reach their goals and see issues in their lives as things to be solved, not problems holding them back.
Victoria has a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Mount Olive. As therapy is not one-size-fits-all, she uses varying techniques based on client needs. These may include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness methods.
Victoria believes in building a strong foundation of trust with clients to allow for a greater understanding of one another that will lead to change. She strives to create a safe space where you can express all feelings without fear of judgment. Victoria looks forward to partnering with you as you walk through this journey.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in Winston-Salem, NC can help people manage their urges to use the substance or engage in the activity they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their addiction, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those whose addiction may stem from issues like trauma.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks in Winston-Salem, NC works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their addiction, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing addiction counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of addiction counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their addiction, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in addiction counseling in the first weeks to months.
Some people who struggle with addiction are fighting substance abuse (for example, prescription drugs, marijuana, alcohol, cocaine, food, opioids, more). Some people who struggle with an addiction are fighting a compulsive behavior (like gambling, sex, shopping, video games, and more). Addiction can look very different from person to person, but however addiction shows itself, what is happening to an individual’s brain is the same. Addiction is a disease that knocks people’s brains off balance. Treatment options focus on resetting the brain and restoring its healthy balance.
The addiction therapists at Thriveworks Counseling in Winston-Salem understand what addiction is, how it functions, and how to fight it. We have worked with many clients who are battling addiction in some form, and we have helped them achieve sobriety and regain control of their lives. If you are struggling with addiction, consider working with one of our addiction therapists. Call today to schedule your appointment.
It is an abstract thing to say that addiction changes the brain. These internal changes are not visible to the naked eye, but they are nonetheless real. A more tangible measure may be the physical, behavioral, and emotional responses that these changes produce. The following are signs that addiction may have taken hold within an individual’s brain…
Physical Red Flags for Addiction (especially for substance abuse)
Behavioral Red Flags for Addiction
Emotional Red Flags for Addiction
Right now, 21 million Americans are fighting an addiction, and even more know what it is like to fight because they have struggled in the past and won. Certain factors can increase an individual’s risk for addiction. Some of those factors include a person’s genetic make-up, but circumstances can also contribute. In particular, peer pressure and emotional numbing can raise a person’s risk of addiction.
If you recognize some of the red flags for addiction or some of the risk factors for addiction, know that reaching out for help sooner rather than later may be the right step. The therapists at Thriveworks in Winston-Salem would like you to know that help is available. We also would like you to know that…
If you are ready for treatment, the therapists are ready to get started too. When you contact our office, you may have your first appointment within the same week. A scheduling specialist will answer your call and help you make an appointment. We offer evening and weekend sessions. Many insurance plans are accepted. Let us be your ally as you fight addiction. Contact us today.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Winston-Salem is located off Country Club Rd between Greenwich Road and S Stratford Rd, in the Highland Plaza building. Across the street you will see the Winston-Salem Fire Station and we currently share the building with PNC Bank.
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