Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina with 10 years of experience working as a therapist/counselor and have worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years. I work with clients with various issues related to depression, trauma, abuse, anxiety, relationships, life choices, and mental health diagnoses.
My counseling style is based on a foundation of genuine positive regard with no judgment. I approach clients respectfully, compassionately, and honestly with no pre-formed judgment about where they are or what they need. With an individualized combination of approaches that could include: cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR, choice theory, dialectical behavior therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness activities, and acceptance and commitment therapy; I provide counseling support based on the needs of each individual client and create a safe space in which clients are provided opportunities to explore options with curiosity. Together with my clients, I tailor a treatment plan that addresses their unique and specific needs.
If you are experiencing obstacles that are making it difficult for you to achieve your intended goals, I am here to provide therapeutic support for you on your journey.
I invite you to reach out to me when you are ready or when you are considering taking that next step. I look forward to talking with you. I see clients on weekends and have a few weeknight appointments available. If you do not see something in my schedule that works for you, please let me know and we can talk about options.
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Saundra Burleson is a licensed clinical mental health counselor practicing in North Carolina, credentialed to provide professional therapy (license NC LCMHC 12925). She brings 13 years of experience delivering therapeutic services and works with people facing a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and LGBT-related matters.
Her approach to counseling is grounded in genuine positive regard and an absence of judgment; she meets each person with respect, compassion, and honesty without assuming where they are or what they need. Using an individualized blend of methods that may include cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR, choice theory, dialectical behavior therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness practices, and acceptance and commitment therapy, she builds treatment plans tailored to each client.
Ms. Burleson creates a safe environment where clients can explore options with curiosity and collaborate on goals. She offers therapeutic support to help clients move past obstacles that are interfering with the life they want to lead. She sees clients on weekends and maintains a limited number of weeknight appointments; if listed times do not match a client’s needs, she is open to discussing scheduling options.
When someone is ready to take the next step toward therapy, Saundra Burleson invites them to reach out to discuss how she can support their journey.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
A major benefit is scheduling flexibility—you can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for you, whether that is video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy routine and to maintain continuity of care.
Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and if a client feels a different therapeutic fit is needed, it is possible to switch therapists. For many people seeking support with everyday mental health concerns, online therapy offers an accessible and effective option.
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