gwen higgins

I am a graduate of UNC School of Social Work and have been an LCSW for ten years.

Counselor in Sanford, NC

Services

  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I have ample experience working with clients who have experienced trauma.

My Background and Approach

I feel like my like experience has taught me the empathy I need to effectively provide treatment to adults and children experiencing difficulties. People go to therapy for many different reasons, from needing help handing mental health symptoms, needing support in a difficult time or coping with loneliness or stress. I strive to meet people where they are at and work with them to help them reach their goals and be more confident and content. I look forward to working with you!

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship can help people transform their outlook and make progress towards change.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Trauma Therapy

Other Techniques

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Depression Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Other Issues

  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Teen Issues

Qualifications

License
Counselor, State of North Carolina · #COO7524
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
18 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Cigna
  • TRICARE
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

Hours & Availability

In-person
Available

Location

Primary Location

151 n. Steele Street
Sanford, NC 27330
919-895-8598

Access & Transport

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance (ADA compliant)
  • Gender-neutral bathrooms
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At A Glance

  • Experience: 18 years of practice
  • Rate: $80 - 200/session

Info

Email gwen
151 n. Steele Street
Sanford, NC 27330

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