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Andrea H. Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor at The Stone Center for Counseling & Leadership. Prior to joining The Stone Center, Andrea worked in an agency setting providing services to children, adolescents, and families in the community and in the schools. She has experience working with grief issues, behavioral issues, attachment issues, trauma, depression and anxiety. She uses a supportive, holistic approach when working with clients. Andrea believes the most important part of the counseling process is the counselor-client relationship. She believes healing occurs through a respectful, collaborative approach that allows for self-exploration. Andrea’s approach comes from a relational model of counseling, while also using techniques that meet the needs of each individual client. She hopes to help clients discover and learn to trust their own wisdom through the counseling process. In her work with children, Andrea primarily uses play therapy. She views the healing process for children to include a variety of different factors: social, emotional, psychological, and other environmental factors. She is passionate about helping families through a supportive, collaborative process that promotes growth and awareness in the child. She also believes strengthening the child-parent relationship is essential for healing and growth. [Read More]

I grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota where I received my medical degree at the University of South Dakota School of Medicine. I then completed a psychiatry residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City and went on to become Board-certified in Adult Psychiatry. I have been practicing psychiatry for over 10 years now and have been living in the Charlotte area for the last 9 years with my husband and two children. My treatment interests and specialisties include: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and relationship issues. [Read More]

Betsy received her BA in Psychology from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Master’s in Counseling from Winthrop University. Trained clinician in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has 13 years of counseling experience working in a variety of areas. She has worked as a school counselor for middle and high school, as well as provided therapy in outpatient, inpatient and residential settings. She is a trained/rostered clinician in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), as well as Family Based Treatment (Maudsley method). Her interests include: trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body image issues, sexually reactive youth and family therapy. [Read More]

David F. Oates, PhD specializes in the treatment of Depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and interpersonal relationship problems. His repertoire of clinical skills includes brief psychotherapy, as well as cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused methods designed to help his clients develop more adaptive coping behaviors. He works primarily with adults and adolescents, but also has experience in the evaluation of ADHD and the treatment of disruptive behaviors in children. Dr. Oates earned his doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Auburn University in 1995. Dr. Oates also taught for seven years at Charlotte Latin School and completed a Master of Education degree specializing in Secondary School counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. [Read More]

Deborah began working in the fields of addiction and dual diagnoses more than 30 years ago. She graduated from Syracuse University with a degree in Psychology and completed a master’s program at Appalachian State University in Clinical Psychology. Later, Deborah graduated from UNC-CH with a Masters in Social Work. She has had extensive training and experience with family systems, addiction, dual diagnoses, expressive arts, grief/bereavement, clinical supervision, and relapse prevention. Deborah works with individuals who are dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use problems, and issues with life transitions. She holds certificates and/or licenses in social work, addictions, bereavement and clinical supervision and enjoys creative challenges. Deborah utilizes an innovative approach with each of her clients that emphasizes individuality, personal growth and change. [Read More]

Dr. Dorothy McCoy is a psychotherapist specializing in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Charlotte, North Carolina. With over 17 years experience as a marriage and family therapist, and as a graduate of The University of Sarasota, The Citadel, and the University of South Carolina specializing in Counseling Psychology and Clinical Counseling, she is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among her areas of expertise are victims issues, military and police issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationship enhancement. In addition to being a prominent relationship therapist, Dr. McCoy has presented at international conferences and to general audiences speaking on the topics of relationships, anxiety, stress, psychopathy and personality disorders. She has written books on these issues. The most popular is the Manipulative Man (2006). Dr. McCoy is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. She also uses EMDR to treat appropriate issues. [Read More]

Hilary Carr is a licensed clinical social worker associate serving primarily with children, teens and their families. She graduated from the UNC Chapel Hill in 1992 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a certification in Women’s Studies. She returned to in 2005 to obtain a Master of Social Work degree, with a concentration in children and families. She has worked for ten+ years with, or on behalf of, children and their families. Her experience includes community agencies, women’s shelters, schools, in-home, inpatient and outpatient/private practice. Hilary incorporates a person-centered approach when working with all her clients. When working specifically with children (ages 4-10), Hilary utilizes child-centered play therapy. Hilary is currently working toward certification in play therapy at the UNC Charlotte. [Read More]

Jumana has her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Virginia Tech, her Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and is a National Certified Counselor (NCC #254211) and a Licensed Professional Counselor in North Carolina (LPC #8863). She spent 3 years working with adolescents in North Carolina public schools. Jumana has traveled extensively and lived in 4 different continents. She has applied her knowledge of these diverse cultures to her education and work with clients. She also uses this flexibility of understanding to meet her clients wherever they may be developmentally, culturally, and emotionally in their search for resolution. As a therapist whose main approach is Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Jumana enjoys working with adolescents and their families as well as adults through the midlife years. Because each individual is unique, she will tailor her therapeutic treatment plan based on the individual. Other therapies that she often uses include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Jumana enjoys working with a variety of individuals from different backgrounds. However, her special interests include: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adjustments to life-stressors, parent/child relationships, and midlife issues for women and men. [Read More]

I work collaboratively with my clients to help them resolve problems and reach their goals for personal wellbeing. You will find me to be non-judgmental, supportive, and genuine. I have experience successfully helping people with a wide range of concerns, from everyday stress to severely impairing mental health problems. My approach to therapy focuses on the thoughts, behaviors, and relationship patterns that may be causing difficulties. I often teach coping skills and mindfulness-based strategies. I also attend closely to the therapeutic relationship and to the development of insight or increased self-awareness in clients. I take into consideration a wide range of variables that can affect personal wellbeing, such as genetic influences, family environment, social messages, community, and cultural identity. I welcome and affirm clients of diverse identities, especially with regard to sexuality or gender, race/ethnicity, or religion/spirituality. My dog, a beagle, comes to work with me (see ‘Wallace’ gallery). He usually naps in his bed during sessions, but also loves to interact with clients who choose to engage with him. He provides a calm and comforting presence, and is helpful for mindfulness-based and stress-reduction activities. [Read More]

Kristen Palmer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. Kristen obtained her bachelors and masters degree, in social work, from Rhode Island College School of Social Work. Her past experience includes working with adolescents dealing with depression, anxiety and behavior problems. Also, she has worked with adults and adolescent mothers who were dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues. Kristen is bilingual and works with clients who only speak Spanish. Kristen helps people gain insight into the connection between thoughts and actions. Alternative methods are used for a holistic approach such as progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery and controlled breathing. She believes in looking at people from a strength based focus and empowering them. She also enjoys working with people around self-esteem, and behavioral issues in school/home settings. Kristen is aware of the importance of looking at a persons social environment and the impact it may have on treatment. Kristen focuses on creating a non-judgmental, safe environment that people feel comfortable in. [Read More]