Ursula Merritt is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in North Carolina with eleven years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, self esteem, depression, addictions, relationship concerns, and support for LGBT individuals. Her work emphasizes understanding life transitions and building practical coping skills tailored to each person.
Her approach is collaborative and empathetic, drawing on evidence-based practices to help clients identify goals and develop strategies that fit their daily lives. She strives to create a therapeutic space that honors diverse identities and backgrounds, including clients who identify as Christian, LGBTQ+, or older adults.
Ursula uses a strengths-oriented perspective to support personal growth, offering guidance in managing difficult emotions and improving communication within relationships. She aims to help people cultivate resilience and clearer pathways forward while respecting each individual’s values and pace of change.
Ursula offers online sessions that use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress or low mood, and works toward practical steps to shift those patterns. Motivational Interviewing is used to explore readiness for change and to support clients in strengthening their own reasons for pursuing new choices. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes identifying small, actionable steps and existing strengths to move toward preferred outcomes.
These approaches are presented in a collaborative way: Ursula and each client set goals together, select strategies that fit the client’s situation, and track progress over time. Online appointments are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility in how people engage in therapy. The online format is intended to support consistent work on coping skills, relationship concerns, and challenges such as anxiety or addictions while aligning with each person’s communication preferences.
What is Ursula Merritt's clinical experience?
She has 11 years of experience as a practicing clinician.
What credentials does she hold?
Ursula is an LCSW and is licensed in North Carolina with license number NC LCSW C011855.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is she based?
Her practice is located in North Carolina.
How can clients work with her online?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Does she accept international clients?
This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
What does therapy cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Ursula?
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