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Top therapists in Sanford, NC accepting new patients

Access mental health care in Sanford, NC with providers experienced in anxiety, depression, relationships, and more. Our network spans neighborhoods like Downtown, Weston, and Chalybeate Springs with 2,982 licensed providers. Sessions available in-person or virtually, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Dr. Chris Mann

Dr. Chris Mann

Therapist

Virtual • Statesville, NC


“I primarily use Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Both modalities involve practical approaches to problem-solving.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Finney

Laura Finney

Therapist

Virtual • Davidson, NC


I graduated from UNC-Charlotte in 2012. I am a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I have worked in a school setting for several years supporting the social and emotional needs of children. I have worked in the University setting as a college counselor and I also have experience working with adults in the community. I would love to walk alongside of you in your journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Walker

Joseph Walker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Relationships are one of the most important components of therapy. Being able to trust and feel safe talking to your therapist is essential.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Bell

Michelle Bell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, heard, and genuinely supported. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment where clients can show up as their authentic selves. My approach is compassionate, direct when needed, and focused on helping clients build practical tools for everyday life while also exploring deeper emotional patterns and experiences.

I enjoy working with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, stress, identity exploration, and emotional overwhelm. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC clients and creating an affirming therapeutic space where clients feel respected and understood.

I understand that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and my goal is to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward healing, clarity, and meaningful growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynda Rostar

Lynda Rostar

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a space where you can be yourself, feel understood, and know you don't have to have everything figured out.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lisa Best

Lisa Best

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe counseling is one of the best investments a person can make in themselves. Everyone needs a space that feels safe—where you can be honest, feel seen, and explore your story without judgment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Heather Alfano

Heather Alfano

Therapist

Virtual • Hendersonville, NC


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and solution-focused, helping you find practical ways to move toward greater calm and resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jesse Battle

Jesse Battle

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a team approach that includes empathy, motivation, and laughter to build a relationship to support you in becoming your best you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Crouse

Elizabeth Crouse

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I'm a licensed clinical social worker who works with individuals navigating trauma, neurodivergence, substance use, relationship and marital challenges, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ+ populations. I use a variety of approaches including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based interventions, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Therapy is always tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Pallavi Aurora

Pallavi Aurora

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Therapy with me is collaborative, warm, and direct. No matter what your goals are in therapy, together we will work to help you walk away with tangible skills that help you feel more in control of your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mike Lee

Dr. Mike Lee

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“I facilitate an involved and collaborative process, aiming toward a level of insight that will bring about real and lasting change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashleigh Ware

Ashleigh Ware

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe every client brings a unique story, and I strive to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alane Atchley

Alane Atchley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My practice is designed to feel like a deeply supportive, down-to-earth space where you can finally exhale and catch your breath.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Janice Maier

Janice Maier

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Communication Skills Building, and Insight Development are typical approaches you can expect in your work with me.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antonio Roper

Antonio Roper

Therapist

Virtual • Shallotte, NC


“I believe meaningful change begins with a strong connection. I work to build an honest and respectful therapeutic relationship, offering my full attention and nonjudgmental support...”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Courtney Allen

Courtney Allen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Over the years, I have developed a strong ability to truly connecting with each of my clients and provide them with what it takes to feel comfortable, valued, and heard.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Graham Tolbert

Graham Tolbert

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“Through our work together, you can expect to gain a deeper understanding and acceptance of your authentic self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Evelyn Stewart

Evelyn Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“YOU are the expert of your life. I believe healing happens when we honor your lived experience and reconnect with your inner wisdom.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Somer Welch, Mpsa, Msw, Lcsw

Somer Welch, Mpsa, Msw, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“They want a therapist who pays attention, recognizes patterns, asks meaningful questions, and helps them figure out what to do differently.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mandy Ruckman

Mandy Ruckman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a warm, collaborative, and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable sharing openly, being vulnerable, and feeling emotionally safe and supported throughout the therapeutic process.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sasha Morphis

Sasha Morphis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a warm, authentic, and judgment-free environment where you can exhale, show up as you are...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Audra Vance

Audra Vance

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My passion is working with people and helping them to be the best they can be. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina and a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina with 24+ years of therapeutic experience. My experience started in Mental Health Clinics, but I have been working in private practice for over 15 years. I help people with a variety of concerns to include stress, anxiety, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Candace Cardin

Dr. Candace Cardin

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am an authentic and warm clinician, with the ability to firmly drive you toward your psychological goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Chante Mitchell

Dr. Chante Mitchell

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take great pride in working with people to gain the tools needed to improve the underlying sources of social, emotional and or psychological difficulties in one's life to help reach one's most optimal level of functioning.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peter Bown

Peter Bown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use evidence based modalities and have an empowering and warm approach that allows for the discovery of new perspective and lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Miller

Samantha Miller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


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.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mashonda Waddell

Mashonda Waddell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in working with women navigating trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the pressures of balancing motherhood and professional life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Crystal Robinson

Crystal Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My job is to create a warm, trustworthy, nonjudgmental and professional relationship that will allow you to communicate freely and openly.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Scott

Natalie Scott

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“After the first session, you will feel motivated, empowered and confident that it's not too late to start again with a new beginning.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LeAnn Nicole Williams

LeAnn Nicole Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I tailor each approach to your unique needs, working collaboratively with you to achieve your personal goals and enhance your overall well-being.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Bernard Shalvey

Bernard Shalvey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Establishing trust and creating a safe, judgment free, counseling relationship is very important and will allow us to explore various concerns.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Allura Pulliam

Allura Pulliam

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I'm Allura, an LCMHC and LPC with a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and over 14 years of clinical experience. I offer telehealth therapy to adolescents and adults across North Carolina and South Carolina, specializing in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, family issues, identity, and women's wellness. I draw from CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing — blending evidence-based approaches with depth psychology and creative expression to help clients live their most authentic, joyful lives.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jenny Betancourt

Jenny Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I use evidence-based methods like CBT and solution-focused therapy, but I tailor each session to you, because no two people are the same.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrew MacMillan

Andrew MacMillan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a particular passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals, especially adults with ADHD, and helping them better understand and embrace how their minds work.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alise Lindsey

Alise Lindsey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years where I have gained training in trauma treatment, sex therapy and coping with symptoms related to mental health conditions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kindle Higgins

Kindle Higgins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect to experience an accepting environment where they are met with compassion and caring...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alicia Montgomery

Alicia Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Building a therapeutic relationship with the client is key to being effective in meeting the client's needs.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dimayquoaye Smith

Dr. Dimayquoaye Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing begins with feeling understood.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Heather Lockey

Heather Lockey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a strengths-based approach, helping clients identify and use their strengths to meet their goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sabre Watkins

Sabre Watkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“I am passionate about helping patients navigate their mental health journey as well become savvy at managing their overall health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Sanford, NC

Number of therapists serving Sanford, NC
There are over 2,944 therapists in Sanford, NC accepting new patients.
2,944+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 78%Relationship issues
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 16%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Sanford

Searching for therapists in Sanford starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapists may focus on concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare Sanford therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and experience that match what you want to discuss. A therapist’s bio can also show how they describe their approach, what a first session may include, and whether their style seems like a good fit.

In a smaller city like Sanford, the number of local office options may be more limited than in larger North Carolina markets. Virtual therapy can expand your choices while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in North Carolina. When narrowing your search, consider appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, in-person or virtual availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reviewing profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and session structure in one place.

Therapy in Sanford can be a significant expense 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 helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your coverage, and see estimated costs before you book. You can browse therapists in Sanford, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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