Find a therapist in Franklin, NC — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Franklin, NC accepting new patients
Mental health support is accessible in Franklin, NC through Headway's 2,793 licensed providers serving neighborhoods throughout the region. Experience flexible scheduling, insurance-covered sessions with potential $0 copays, and compassionate care tailored to your needs.
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.
I am a fun-loving, deep-thinking helper who is here to support you in identifying and achieving your therapy goals! I've practiced in New York, where I received my Master's Degree, and North Carolina, and I specialize in relational work to move past stressors getting in the way of achieving your potential in life.
Welcome! I am so happy you are here. I am looking forward to getting to know you. I have over 20 years experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), School Counselor, and Counselor Educator. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults as they navigate life.
I am a two time graduate from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and I earned my PhD from North Carolina State University.
I specialize in individual, family and group counseling.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading popular and historical fiction, running, and spending time with my husband and three children.
I've been a psychologist for over 10 years. I have practiced in different places across, the U.S., including Seattle, Hawai'i, and now Wilmington the past few years. I truly enjoy what I do. I believe working on your mental health makes life more satisfying, myself included. I work with adults from a variety of backgrounds, Common reasons people see me include: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, men's issues, and substance use.
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I believe therapy should be a place where you don’t have to have it all together. Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals who are used to being the “strong one” for everyone else, but privately struggle with relationships, boundaries, confidence, or life transitions. I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where you can show up authentically, gain insight into patterns that no longer serve you, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others. I especially enjoy working with Black women and LGBTQ+ adults and strive to create an affirming, culturally responsive space where clients can show up fully as themselves.
I hold a masters degree and am a licensed mental health counselor. I also hold a hefty life school certification. I am a nerd. I am an artist. That combination is pretty cool and useful in relating to you as a person and not a collection of problems to be fixed.
Feeling trapped by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or procrastination? I help you gain calm and control with practical, evidence-based CBT and ERP -informed tools. I help adults with anxiety and OCD intrusive thoughts, reduce chronic overthinking, and feel steady again in their daily life and relationships. My approach integrates ERP and CBT for practical symptom relief with deeper attachment and parts-based work to address long-standing relational patterns, self-criticism, and codependency. Therapy with me is structured, collaborative, and paced to your individual path.
Many functioning adults struggle with anxiety, OCD, or procrastination that persists even when they understand what’s happening.
These patterns aren’t a lack of willpower —
They may be learned responses that can be changed with the right support and tools.
Together, we create tailored plan for transcending patterns that have kept you stuck.
You’ll leave sessions with language for your patterns, tools that work in real time, and a quiet confidence you didn’t think was possible.
I specialize in:
- OCD and intrusive thought spirals
- Anxiety that shows up as overthinking, perfectionism, or constant second-guessing, emotional eating
- Codependent relationship dynamics
- Navigating old-school family dynamics without shrinking yourself
People tell me they value my sincerity, warmth, and ability to make them feel truly seen — while also being gently challenged to grow.
If you’re ready to stop spinning and start shifting, schedule a session with me today.
About our therapists serving Franklin, 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
Find the right therapist for you
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 a Mental Health Therapist in Franklin, NC
Finding therapists in Franklin starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or stress. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match what you want to focus on. A therapist’s bio can also show how they approach sessions, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or skills-based support.
In a smaller city like Franklin, nearby in-person therapy options may be more limited than in larger North Carolina markets. Virtual therapy can expand your choices while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in North Carolina. As you narrow your search, consider appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in a first session.
Therapy in Franklin can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket expense before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, see estimated costs after your insurance is verified, and book directly when you’re ready.
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