Grief counselors and therapists in Charlotte, NC

Hello, I’m Tamara Neely, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a passion for helping individuals of all ages live healthier, more balanced lives. With a strong clinical background and years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to your unique needs.

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and autism spectrum-related concerns, with a particular focus on working with children, teens, and young adults. Whether you're seeking a new diagnosis, medication management, or ongoing psychiatric support, I’m here to walk that path with you.

Since 2015, have gained a wide breadth of experience ranging from wilderness therapy to residential treatment centers, working with clients aged 13-72. Recently, I was a Clinical Director working with dual-diagnosed boys and young men. I am trained in a Gestlat Approach, Brainspotting, and Relapse Prevention.

My background is in Biology, Health Promotion and Mental Health. As I approached my 30th birthday, I pledged to be free in ALL areas of my life which then spawned the journey of exploring the connection between spirituality and sexuality and I haven't looked back since!

In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an almost ubiquitous experience, affecting individuals across various walks of life. My ideal client embodies this struggle—someone grappling with the relentless pressures and demands of daily living. Such clients often find themselves feeling on edge, unable to quiet their minds, and burdened with a sense of lethargy that paralyzes their motivation. Understanding the intricacies of their experience is crucial to providing the support they need on their journey toward well-being.

Stress manifests in myriad ways, and for my ideal client, it often creates an incessant whirlwind of thoughts that disrupts their peace of mind. These spiraling thoughts can be overwhelming, leading to a cycle of worry and anxiety that is difficult to escape. It is not uncommon for individuals in this state to feel trapped in a never-ending loop of “what ifs,” replaying past events or catastrophizing future scenarios. This overwhelming mental activity can leave one feeling drained and exhausted, reducing their ability to engage meaningfully with life.

Low motivation is another significant aspect of my ideal client's experience. Simple tasks that once felt manageable now seem monumental. The energy that once fueled productivity and happiness is replaced with a fog of fatigue and apathy. This disengagement often exacerbates feelings of guilt and inadequacy, creating a vicious cycle where clients feel even more stressed and demotivated because they perceive themselves as failing to meet their own expectations. The internal dialogue frequently becomes excessively critical, with clients telling themselves they should be doing better or that others are more successful.

Hi, I'm Luke. I work with burned-out professionals, neurodivergent adults, LGBTQIA+ folx, and people navigating anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges — including healthcare workers and educators who spend their days caring for others but rarely turn that care inward. I use a trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach and bring my own lived experience as a queer and neurodivergent person to the work. I'm well-versed in non-monogamy, polyamory, and kink dynamics, and welcome clients who don't fit the mold of traditional therapy. I own and operate Radiant Waves Counseling and am licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Texas.

I am professional, compassionate, empathetic, and honest.

Hello, I identify as Gabriela, "Gabbi" and use pronouns she/they. Self identified as a person of BIPOC and on the LGBTQIA2S political spectrum. I am considered a person in long term recovery. have been working in the mental health/substance abuse profession for the past twenty years. In addition to my professional clinical I have also had personal experiences both in my individual and in group wholistic approaches that I enjoy sharing with others.

My passion is to serve the community. Everything we do starts with the mind; therefore we have to keep our mental health at the forefront in order to prosper.