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Top therapists in Fayetteville, NC accepting new patients
Discover compassionate mental healthcare in Fayetteville across Haymount, Massey Hill, and Ramsey Street with 2,794 licensed providers. Headway supports talk therapy and medication management through virtual or in-person sessions, with insurance accepted and many sessions available at no cost to you.
Please feel free to call me Sam. I'm originally from North Carolina and received my bachelor's degree in social work at Appalachian State. In 2022, I moved to Southwest Virginia and received my master's degree in social work from Radford University. Overall, I have 13 years of experience as a Social Worker in different capacities, including grief and loss, chronic illness, and burnout. My passion is working with adults and older adults navigating life changes.
I hold a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a master’s degree in Conflict Studies and Dispute Resolution from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. I also hold a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling, with honors of distinction from Capella University. I am a trained mediator who loves the opportunity to allow clients to be exactly who they are, while they figure out who they want to be.
Life can leave us carrying experiences that feel too heavy to hold alone. Whether you’re facing the impact of trauma, struggling in relationships, navigating grief and loss, managing anger, or working through challenges related to substance use, therapy can offer a space to pause, reflect, and begin again. The healing is not a "one-size-fits-all" process; my goal is to utilize an evidence-based intervention that you feel really "clicks" with how you view life and approach problem-solving. Common interventions I utilize include: EMDR, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused Brief Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Taking the first step to find a therapist or meet a new therapist is tricky! I am so glad that you are here! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been working in Community Mental Health for the past 3 years. My main focus that I work with in my practice over the past few years have mainly been PTSD and Postpartum.
I’m Dr. Pearson, and I draw on over 30 years of counseling experience helping individuals, couples, marriages, families, teens, children, and organizations work through life’s challenges. I support clients dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, anger, relationship issues, family conflict, addiction and alcohol concerns, military-related stress, and major life transitions. My background includes working with people across many stages of life, including active-duty military members, veterans, DoD staff, military families, couples preparing for marriage, families under stress, and individuals seeking healthier ways to live at home, at work, and in their relationships. I believe therapy should offer hope, practical support, and a clear path toward healthy change.
I love working with people and helping them "grow" through the things of life that they "go" through. A quote that I love to share with clients and live by personally is to remember not to focus on your purpose but to live your life purposely. As a military social worker my background is specific to first responders, but most importantly individuals that are learning their new "normal" after traumatic life events that have unexpectedly shaped them.
About our therapists serving Fayetteville, NC
- 97%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 77%Relationship issues
- 77%Trauma
- 98%Aetna
- 93%Cigna
- 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 63%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
- 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 99%English
- 3%Spanish
- 87%Online only
- 13%In-person or online
- 84%Woman
- 15%Man
- 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 40%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- 5%Nurse Practitioner
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Substance Use Disorder
- 99%Individual therapy
- 30%Family therapy
- 19%Couples therapy
- 11%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing an Anxiety Therapist in Fayetteville, NC
Searching for therapists in Fayetteville starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Many people look for therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, or stress. As you compare Fayetteville therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties and training match what you want to address. A therapist’s bio can show whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or other methods that fit the care you want.
Fayetteville has a range of therapy options across areas like Haymount, Massey Hill, and Ramsey Street, while virtual therapy can add more flexibility if office locations or appointment times are limited. Some people prefer in-person sessions, while others choose virtual appointments that fit around work, school, or caregiving schedules. Before booking, check whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that work for you, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles can also help you understand a therapist’s communication style, session structure, and experience with concerns like yours.
Therapy in Fayetteville can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway makes that process easier by helping you find licensed therapists who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and are ready to see new patients. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated costs, compare therapist bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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