We are growing!

Meet the team

It has been a dream of ours to own a private practice. Since opening nearly 4 years ago, we've had the priviledge of working with individuals, couples, and families in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Recently we've invited talented clinicians to join us: Dr. Patrick Meadors, Brittney Clark, and Ellen Wilson. 

Left to Right: Dr. Patrick Meadors, Breta Collins (joining Spring 2014), Brittney Clark, me, Dr. Bitar, Ellen Wilson

We have had the honor of working with Dr. Meadors, Brittney, and Ellen due to our connections with the Marriage and Family Therapy Program at Pfeiffer University. Through our work over the years, it was a natural next step for us to invite our colleagues to join in this adventure. 

We are very excited to offer even more options! 

• Increasing appointment availability. Now open on Saturdays.
• Adding a sliding fee scale: $55-$85 per 50-minute session.

In the next couple of days we'll add blog entries highlighting
each one of our newest members as a way for you to get to know them better.

Thanks Queen City for all the support and love throughout the years. We look forward to continuing to serve you!

First therapy session: What to expect.

You did it. You scheduled your first therapy appointment. Now what? For many new clients, therapy may be daunting because it is an entirely new experience. Perhaps the only exposure you've had with therapy is from a tv screen. Although you've seen clips of other people, actors, in therapy, but what really happens in real life therapy?

In our practice, we believe it is important to make therapy a respectful and comfortable process. When you walk into our waiting room, you are greeted by soft lighting, background music, and a beverage station. We want our clients to make themselves comfortable. While not every therapy office may have a similar set up, there are general themes that you may experience in a therapy room near you. We've made a list of things you could expect in your first therapy session.

Develop good listening skills

Do you have what it takes to be a good listener? It isn't as easy as you think and it doesn't always come naturally. However, with a little concentration and intention, you can improve your listening skills in as little as five steps.

5 Tips to good listening skills