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Access mental health support in Sanford with Aetna coverage through Headway's network of 2,870 licensed providers. With copays as low as $0-$20 per session, you can focus on your care while we handle the insurance details. Flexible virtual and in-person sessions available with providers who have openings within two weeks.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed with life, exhausted, anxious, or depressed? Have you experienced a stressful or traumatic life event? Perhaps you struggle with a chronic illness. Maybe you struggle with a difficult child or teen. Or maybe your partner has been unfaithful. Are you tired of feeling isolated and hopeless? You want- no, you need- things to change, but you don’t where to begin. Asking for help can be one of the most difficulty things to do, but I would be honored to help you discover your inner strength and begin your journey to healing and being who you are meant to be.
I have received training in Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) for managing bipolar disorders as well as certification as a clinical trauma professional. A nationally certified counselor, I am also a member of LPC Association of NC and the International Association of Trauma Professionals (IATP).
I am passionate about helping people triumph over trauma, learn mindfulness-based practices to reduce stress and manage anxiety, improve self-esteem, understand the relationship among our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors (CBT) and learn to tolerate distress in their lives.
Are you navigating the challenges of workplace burnout, career stress, or life's transitions? Pamela is here to support you on your journey. As a compassionate advocate for women of color, she understands the unique pressures you face and offers tailored guidance to help you thrive in your personal and professional life.
With expertise in life and career planning, Pamela is dedicated to empowering you to find balance and success. She holds a Ph.D. in Secondary Education (Higher Education) with a focus on workplace burnout, along with a Bachelor of Science in Child Development and a Master of Science in Human Development from NC Central University. Pamela is also a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and certified Career Counselor.
Book a session with Pamela today and take the first step toward your empowered future!
I feel very honored for the opportunity to care for others. I understand that mental and physical health are connected and are shaped by our past. I believe that psychiatric treatment works.
I earned my Master of Social Work from UNC–Chapel Hill in 1999 and have more than 25 years of experience helping adults and families navigate emotional distress, relationship difficulties, and major life challenges. My background includes work as a psychotherapist and child welfare social worker.
I bring experience, steadiness, and genuine curiosity to my work. I am interested not only in what people are struggling with, but in how they came to experience themselves and their lives in the ways they do.
Through Headway, I provide insurance-based therapy to individual adults only. I do not see couples through insurance.
Linda Hydro, PMHNP-BC, is the owner of Nurtured Balance Wellness, PLLC, where she provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults ages 18 and older in North Carolina, Washington, Arizona, and Oregon. She specializes in psychiatric evaluations and medication management for anxiety, depression, ADHD, women's mental health, pregnancy, postpartum mental health, perimenopause, and other life transitions. Linda offers in-person appointments in Cary, North Carolina, as well as secure telehealth visits throughout North Carolina, Washington, Arizona, and Oregon.
With more than 25 years of experience in women's health and mental health care, Linda understands that emotional wellness is deeply connected to every stage of life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulty focusing, hormonal changes, pregnancy, postpartum adjustments, or feeling unlike yourself, she provides a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where you can be heard and understood.
Linda believes that effective psychiatric care begins with listening. She takes time to understand each person's unique experiences, medical history, lifestyle, and goals before developing an individualized treatment plan. When appropriate, treatment may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, education, and practical strategies to support long-term emotional wellness.
Her goal is to help every patient feel respected, empowered, and confident in their treatment while building a collaborative partnership focused on lasting improvement and a better quality of life.
Hello, I'm Lyndsey and I am an LCMHC. After successfully completing my 2.5 year supervised residency, I have established my own counseling practice, Seed & Nourish, PLLC. My intention is to create a supportive environment for clients, where they feel comfortable integrating their faith with therapeutic support, without imposing any specific beliefs.
I believe mental wellness is deeply personal. As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I offer individualized, evidence-based care designed to support your unique journey. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered to rediscover your inner glow.
My approach is holistic and collaborative. I take time to understand your experiences and develop a personalized treatment plan that may include therapy, medication management, lifestyle guidance, or education. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, and mood disorders — with a strong commitment to cultural sensitivity and psychological safety.
My style is warm, non-judgmental, respectful, and focused on building trust and clarity. we go at your speed and things should always be comfortable for you during visit.
At Glow Mind Care, you're not just receiving care — you're forming a partnership for lasting mental wellness.
Along with unconditional positive regard, Danielle utilizes modalities such as motivational interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She has her LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LCAS (Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist), and is currently working on her RPT (Registered Play Therapy) Certification.
Hey, I'm Kwanza. I graduated in 2020 from Johnson C Smith University with my Master's in social work. I have 4 years of experience working with children, adults, and families to overcome trauma.
I believe that my clients are the experts of their lives.
When holding space for clients, I provide a space where they can unpack their feelings, express their emotions, and develop skills to help them live a healthier life.
I work to cultivate a space where clients feel understood, supported, and emotionally safe. I aim to help clients build clarity, confidence, and a deeper connection to themselves and their relationships.
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