My name is Shameca D. Ricks . I am a native of the Drakes Community in Battleboro, NC. In 2000, I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a minor in Gerontological Studies. Upon graduation, I worked for nine years as a Director of Social Services within nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. I worked closely with hospice residents, assisting families in making decisions surrounding end of life care. In 2013, I graduated wi...
One of my passions is assisting students transitioning to college and other life transitions. My work with students with mental health disabilities in high school and helping them move beyond learning emotional regulation, executive functioning and other skills has been very rewarding. Many students deal with anxiety and stress and there is no reason to deal with this on your own....
Life is hard. We get overwhelmed. And stuck. And sometimes it can snowball and we start to lose control. The question is, how do we get out of this cycle? What is it that isn’t working for you? What needs to change? What is keeping you from overcoming these obstacles? The answers aren’t always obvious because there are many factors that fracture our attention, steal our resources, and prevent progress. The ways to get to a content mindset are often clouded by our circumstances, habits, and persp...
I am currently accepting new clients and offer Telehealth counseling on a sliding fee scale. I look forward to supporting you on your healing journey by offering an integrative and eclectic approach to counseling in a safe, caring, nurturing, and non-judgmental atmosphere. As a bonus and if desired, I can offer animal-assisted therapy as well as EMDR therapy. Please feel free to contact me via email or phone. I look very, forward to working with you!...
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, prolonged grief, life transitions, stress management, and work/life balance. Life brings a variety of challenges that can quickly become overwhelming, leading to feelings of isolation, disconnection, and a lack of fulfillment. If you're feeling lost and unfocused I would love to help you in creating personally meaningful goals in the service of a fulfilling life, even in the midst of life's challenges....
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I believe that black lives matter, love is love, science is real, women rights are human rights, I believe healthcare is a human right and not a privilege and every BODY is deserving of love/support/healing. I believe that we are made of many parts and that our overall wellness cannot exist without mental clarity. I value therapy for my own personal self, and as a result, I value and cherish the opportunity to be a part of someone else's therapy journey. I provide a trauma informed and cu...
MBS Restorative Centre is a faith based Mental and Behavioral health facility. Our vibrant team of mental health clinicians treats clients with a wide range of issues and/or disorders utilizing a multitude of treatment approach with emphasis on the whole-person centered care. We participate with most major insurance plans and offer self-pay options for clients....
Do you find yourself feeling anxious, sad, confused, angry lately? When people ask, “How are you doing right now?” can you really say you are doing “well”? We are living through an extremely difficult time, and nothing in our lives could have prepared us for 2020. And yet, we have all been asked to somehow adapt to this new normal and carry on. Deciding to start therapy is often hard to do, but I am here to help! My role is to provide support, understanding, encouragement, and empathy. Together,...
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As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, my passion has been to assist others with finding that light on the other side of a seemingly dark tunnel. I frequently work with adults ages 17+ to help them gain understanding of how our past can influence our present behaviors and emotional responses and assist those struggling with addiction to regain control over their own lives. I enjoy working with couples to develop positive, healthy relationships and interactions with each other through po...
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All of You is a privately-owned practice that provides Family, Group, Couples, and Individual counseling for people looking for a non-judgemental space to start their journey in the healing process. We hold the belief that every single person has the power to change their own lives, the power lies within themselves. We strongly believe that we can help individuals harness their own strengths with the guidance, encouragement, education, and empowerment we provide through our professional counse...
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My clinical practice mainly consists of fellow queer and neurodivergent folx who struggle with complex trauma. Common concerns include self-abandonment through people pleasing, exploring gender/sexual identity, executive dysfunction, immense shame/guilt, perfectionism, identifying community supports, and processing underlying traumatic experiences. My clients often come into session looking to better understand who they are and what really works for them. Many times they feel so detached from th...
My approach is to meet each person where they are regarding their readiness to make changes in their life. I treat everyone I work with, with the respect and dignity that they deserve. It can be hard to seek professional help. I provide a judgement free space for you to feel free to be who you are while you share. It takes courage to take those first steps in seeking a more fulfilling and happier life and even more to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take those steps I ...
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